Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Behavioral Health - GTU
About The Position
A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 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 Massachusetts Department of Health and Board of Nursing. The LPN gathers patient assessment data, assists with care planning, carries out assigned interventions, and contributes to evaluation. As an essential member of the care team, the LPN provides care to a variety of patients in different settings and collaborates to promote high-quality, cost-efficient healthcare.
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 certification from the American Heart Association and EKG may also be required.
Responsibilities
- Gather data for patient assessments.
- Assist with planning patient care.
- Provide assigned interventions and contribute input to the evaluation process.
- Provide care to a variety of patients in various settings as part of the care team.
- Collaborate to promote high-quality, cost-efficient healthcare.
- Perform related duties as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Generous paid time off.
- Career development and continuing education opportunities.
- Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program.
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
