LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - $4,000 Sign-On Bonus for Night Shift
About The Position
Mount Carmel Care Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to assist the Unit/Shift Supervisor in planning, organizing, developing, and directing nursing unit activities. The role includes helping identify problems and develop corrective plans; checking ill residents early in the shift and conducting periodic assessments; assessing resident care needs for Minimum Data Set, Resident Assessment protocols, and interdisciplinary care plans; reporting and documenting changes in residents’ conditions; and administering and recording prescribed medications and treatments. The listed responsibilities are a brief overview and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Mount Carmel Care Center is a faith-based, nonprofit, 69-bed long-term care facility in the Berkshires, sponsored by the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm since 2013. The facility describes its work environment as mission-oriented and supportive. Full-time work on the 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. shift is eligible for a $4,000 sign-on bonus. Part-time work is also available on the 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. shift.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Massachusetts Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- BLS certification.
- Must be able to supervise and delegate.
Nice To Haves
- One year of nursing home experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Unit/Shift Supervisor in planning, organizing, developing, and directing nursing unit activities.
- Assist the Unit/Shift Supervisor in identifying problems and developing corrective plans.
- Check ill residents early in the shift, conduct periodic assessments, and report changes.
- Assess resident care needs for Minimum Data Set, Resident Assessment protocols, and interdisciplinary care plans.
- Report changes in residents’ conditions and document them in the medical record.
- Administer and record prescribed medications and treatments.
Benefits
- Hourly pay of $35.50 to $40.50 based on experience, plus shift differentials.
- $4,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees working the 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. shift.
- Up to 30 days of paid time off.
- Employer pays 80% of health insurance premiums.
- Next-day pay option.
- Student loan forgiveness guidance.
- Health insurance through Aetna.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
- Benefits available on the first of the month following 30 days.
- Flexible Spending Account and AFLAC insurance.
- Fully paid life insurance.
- Retirement plan.
- Employee Assistance Program with discount marketplace.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
