Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Behavioral Health - GTU
About The Position
A Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible and accountable for delivering nursing practice and applying the nursing process to patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. LPN practice follows the current Nursing Practice Act and guidelines from the Department of Health and Board of Nursing for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The LPN gathers assessment data, assists with care planning, carries out assigned interventions, and contributes input to the evaluation process. The role is an essential part of a team caring for a variety of patients in various settings and collaborating to promote high-quality, cost-efficient health care. Performs related duties as required.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of Licensed Practical Nursing.
- Current Massachusetts LPN license.
- American Heart Association BLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- For Telemetry and higher-acuity units, ACLS (AHA) and EKG may also be required.
Responsibilities
- Gather data for patient assessments.
- Assist with planning patient care.
- Carry out assigned interventions.
- Provide input to the patient-care evaluation process.
- Collaborate with the care team to promote high-quality, cost-efficient health care.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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