LPN - Part-time Evenings -Herrick House

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Beverly, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Administrative Director or assigned manager in Collaboration with the Associate Chief of Ambulatory Nursing Practice, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practices within the framework specified by the nursing statutes and regulations of the Commonwealth, and demonstrate Lahey’s core values that reflect its Mission. The LPN, in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act of Massachusetts Rules & Regulations- 244 CMR 3.0, shall bear full responsibility for the quality of health care he or she provides to patients. The nurse-patient/family relationship, continuity of care and accountability are central to the delivery of individualized high quality patient care. The Licensed Practical Nurse works in collaboration with the physician(s), other healthcare provider(s) and other ambulatory support staff within the department and with other disciplines to participate in planning and coordinating the delivery of patient care.

Requirements

Graduate of a state approved and/or accredited School of Nursing
A minimum of 1 year of medical/surgical nursing or nursing in a skilled nursing facility is required.
Current license to practice nursing from the Massachusetts Board of Registration.
BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Assess an individual’s basic health status, records and related health data.
Participate in analyzing and interpreting said recorded data, and making informed judgements as to the specific elements of nursing care mandated by a particular situation.
Participate in planning and implementing nursing intervention, including appropriate healthcare components in nursing care plans that take account of the most recent advancements in current knowledge in the field.
Incorporate the prescribed medical regimen in the nursing plan of care.
Participate in the health teaching required by the individual and family so as to maintain an optimal level of health care.
When appropriate, evaluate outcome of basic nursing intervention and initiate or encourage change in plans of care.
The LPN is expected to and is accountable for providing safe patient care by demonstrating organizational skills that maintain and coordinate safe delivery of quality care for assigned patients/families.
Participates in developing a culturally competent plan of care that identifies patient problems, expected outcomes, and addresses preventative measures. Respects the values (religious/spiritual, ethnic, cultural) of the patient and family.
Delivers care that is specific to the age of the patient.
Establishes collaborative relationships with nurses, physicians, other colleagues, patients and families.
Educates the patient and family about the patient’s illness and treatment including preventative measures appropriate to the patient.
Supports Lahey Clinic’s commitment to community based activities both within the Lahey community and beyond.
Demonstrates appropriate behavior by adhering to unit policies and procedures and practice guidelines specific to the setting.
Demonstrates skills as a responsive team member.
Demonstrates role of LPN as teacher.
Demonstrate ability to fulfill role in Regulatory compliance and readiness.
Upholds standards of quality nursing care.
Demonstrates a commitment to life long learning.