LPN (Brain Injury)

Vinfen•Dedham, MA

1d•$38 - $38

About The Position

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will assist adults with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions by assessing each individual's physical health needs and providing person centered clinical care. You will work in a small, comfortable residential setting that is tailored to meet the needs of a unique specialized population who have brain injuries, intellectual and developmental disabilities or other complex health needs. Each program maintains low ratios to allow you to develop relationships with the people we serve, their families, friends and other support staff in the program. LPN duties include providing nursing care, administering medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP) guidelines, and assisting individuals to become a part of their communities. Your work in this role will help individuals overcome barriers and achieve a higher quality of life. Additionally, the LPN will communicate any change in status to appropriate individuals, perform individual assessments with any change of status, and provide skilled nursing interventions as indicated.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license valid in Massachusetts.
Must be at least 21 years of age and have a current, valid, US drivers' license for at least 6 months.
Must become CPR certified within defined timelines and MAP certified within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to successfully pass a CORI, reference, multi-state background and driving record check.
Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver’s license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver’s license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver’s screening background check.
CPR required within two weeks of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
LPN in state of service required.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years supervised practical experience, including internships, in a clinical or rehabilitation setting preferred.
Experience working with people with Brain Injury or behavioral conditions preferred.
Strong time management and writing skills.
Experience working with individuals with brain injury preferred
Strong commitment to the rights and abilities of individuals with brain injury who have complex health issues
Knowledge of LPN practice standards and intervention techniques
Sensitivity to cultural, religious, ethnic, age, gender, and disability issues
Skills and competency to develop supportive, trusting relationships with clients served
Knowledge of teaching and learning modalities
Ability to supervise and mentor C.N.A.s
Knowledge of evidence based practices and commitment to adherence to such as appropriate
Knowledge and use of different communication and learning styles and supervisory techniques
Knowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, collaborative skills
Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices
Ability to make independent judgments and decisions
Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment
Knowledge of documentation standards requirements
Knowledge of proper body mechanics
Knowledge of available community health and mental health services
One to two years supervised practical experience, including internships, in a clinical or rehabilitation setting helpful, but not required.
Experience working with people with developmental and/or psychiatric disabilities and medical illnesses and other co-occurring disorders preferred.
Bilingual/bi-cultural applicants and applicants with lived experience encouraged to apply.
Associate’s degree preferred.
May be asked to obtain CBIS certification(Certified Brain Injury Specialist)

Responsibilities

Develops and implements person centered treatment care plans.
Provides assistance with activities of daily living according to each individual’s care plan; including, but not limited to, showering, dressing, shaving, mouth care, foot care, diabetes care, wound care, GT/JT care, trach care and nutritional support. Monitors and observes clients for any change in status.
Performs individualized assessments with any change of status and provides skilled nursing interventions, as indicated.
Administers medication as ordered by primary care provider.
Administers treatments as ordered by primary care provider.
Provides transportation and accompanies individual served to medical, dental, or any appointment, as needed.
Ensures that nutritional needs of the individuals served are met.
Ensures that all pharmacological, medical, nutritional supplies, and medical equipment are ordered in a timely and safe manner.
Utilizes behavioral strategies when indicated and follows all prescribed clinical plans indicated.
Supervises C.N.A.s during designated shift.
Ensures that care provided is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
Ensures that care provided meets all ISP goals and address the whole person, not just the person’s medical needs.
Ensures that program meets all quality control monitoring.
Provides relevant nursing education and training to C.N.A.s, as needed.
Communicates and meets with Program Nurse Administrator, as needed.
Maintains communication with primary care provider, family members and/or guardian and all other, significant relationships.
Communicates effectively with other Vinfen employees, outside agencies, community agencies, and neighbors.
Utilizes emergency and on-call system, when appropriate
Communicates any change in status of individual served to appropriate individuals, includingProgram Director, primary care provider, family and/or guardian, and other outside agencies.
Documents nursing care and treatments as ordered by primary care provider according to Vinfen policy and procedure.
Documents medication administration according to Vinfen policy and procedure.
Ensures that all documentation is complete and accurate, including, but not limited to, shift notes, daily communication, treatment plans, and medical records.
Documents incident reports, including medication errors in a timely and effective manner.
Ensures that all documentation meet all regulatory standards and Vinfen policy and procedure.
Ensures that environment is safe, clean, comfortable, and welcoming to individuals and families and/or guardians and other significant individuals and visitors.
Ensures that environment meets all regulatory requirements.
Promotes an environment that is conducive and welcoming to client’s active participation in residence.
Ensures that client’s preferences and choices are respected.
Ensures that environment meets Vinfen policy and procedures and other credentialing agencies.
Ensures that medication and treatment supplies are stored safely.
Maintains clients’ medical equipment and supplies that include, but are not limited to,wheelchairs, walkers, Hoyer lifts, hospital beds.
Ensures that individuals served are involved in community outings and events such as dances and local community events.
Ensures that individual preferences are respected.
Advocates effectively for people served.
Acts as liaison and collaborates effectively with other Vinfen departments (Behavioral Health, Psychiatry), outside agencies, and community providers to develop effective and working relationships.
Attends and participates actively in developing treatment plans, ISP, and other planning meetings, as warranted.
Develops and maintains effective relationships with individuals served, families and/or guardians and neighbors, and other significant relationships of individuals served.
Acts as positive role model for colleagues and staff.
Actively participates in trainings offered by Vinfen.
Attends conferences and educational opportunities, as indicated.
Complies with all accreditation and licensing requirements.
Ensures that residence meets all fire and safety requirements.
Perform their duties and responsibilities, as assigned.