LPN, Specialty Care Center at Marlborough,40 Hour, Days

UMass Memorial Health • Marlborough, MA

8d • $25 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

The LPN performs selected and delegated nursing tasks in the care of patients, completes patient physical assessments, performs or delegates treatments as ordered by a provider, and participates in patient and family education. This position is based at the Specialty Care Center in Marlborough and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role requires working indoors in a patient care environment.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current Massachusetts licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Knowledge of basic nursing procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills to gather information, build collaborative relationships within and across the organization, and provide exceptional patient service.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; work involves standing and walking most of the time, possible pushing of heavy equipment, and frequent bending.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ basic health status and obtain and record related information according to standard procedures and patient and family needs.
• Administer medications, perform ordered treatments, and operate equipment according to policies and procedures.
• Perform venipuncture using aseptic technique, conduct 12-lead EKGs, and administer vaccinations.
• Participate in implementing and evaluating care plans, including long- and short-term goals, nursing actions, and teaching.
• Document patient care and record and report observed symptoms, reactions, treatments, and changes in patient condition to a provider and/or RN; assist with analyzing and interpreting patient data.
• Assist providers with treatments, procedures, and special tests as required or directed.
• Communicate with patients electronically, by telephone, and in person within the scope of practice.
• Collaborate with other health care providers to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Comply with departmental policies and procedures and applicable health and safety regulations.
• Attend meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed.
• Participate in quality improvement in daily operations.
• Demonstrate respect for diverse views and contribute to a professional, tolerant, civil, and accepting environment for employees, patients, and visitors.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Perform other similar and related duties as required or directed.

Benefits

• A signing bonus may be available; eligibility will be confirmed by the Recruitment Team during the interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed