Residential LPN - Developmental Services

Advocates • Natick, MA

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing services within the LPN scope of practice and under the direction of the Director of Health Services. This role supports multiple residential programs in the Metro West area and assists residents with medical management, treatment, and continuity of care. The nurse coordinates with residents, families, medical providers, and program staff, and oversees medication management and direct care staff under the direction of the Residential Program Nurse.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse in Massachusetts.
• One year of experience in a community healthcare setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with individuals, families, funding sources, consultants, the community, and program and administrative staff.
• Valid driver's license.
• Access to an operational and insured vehicle and willingness to use it to transport clients.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medical management, including physicals, referrals, prescriptions, appointments, and treatments.
• Provide emergency first aid in the event of a medical crisis.
• Coordinate with residents, family members, physicians, other medical providers, and site teams about medical care and changes in status, treatment, or medication.
• Implement, oversee, document, and supervise medication management in accordance with agency and funder regulations.
• Oversee direct care staff under the direction of the Residential Program Nurse.
• Monitor and evaluate continuity and level of care, and develop quality-improvement ideas when needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, service-planning meetings, and resident and family meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED