LPN - Per Diem - Bay Cove Human Services - Dorchester, MA

Schedule: as needed, day program operates Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30am and 5:00pm
Salary: $24.00/hour

Responsibilities:

  • Provides nursing services and treatments to participants.
  • Supervises the care and services provided to participants by program aides, volunteers and other personnel, as applicable.
  • Participates in the completion of participants’ comprehensive assessments and plans of care.
  • Writes nursing notes at least one time per month or more often as necessary to address significant changes and health-care teaching in each participant’s health record.
  • Responds appropriately to any acute changes in a participant’s health or functioning.
  • Provides appropriate health-care education for each participant and legally authorized representative.
  • Obtains, reviews and implements primary care provider orders.
  • Coordinates the participant’s care with the primary care provider and, if applicable, community service providers.
  • Administers prescribed medication and treatments ordered by the primary care physician Participates in educational programs for personnel.
  • Assists participants in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
  • Coordinates care with other staff assigned to the participant Consults and communicates with other professionals and skilled service providers.

Qualifications:

  • A Licensed Practical Nurse currently registered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Two years of recent experience in the direct care of adults or chronically disabled persons.
  • Computer proficiency required.
  • Must have had a physical within the past 12 months, including TB screening.
  • Physical exam required every two years.
  • TB screening required every year.
  • Must pass Nurse Aide Registry Check per DPH requirements.
  • Able to communicate effectively in English – both verbally and in writing.
  • Certified in CPR and First Aid.
  • Driving License Required? No

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