Licensed Practical Nurse I

Full Time
Hathorne, MA
Posted
Job description
This position is located at the Hogan Regional Center - 4 Hathorne Cir.
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks compassionate, enthusiastic and dedicated nursing professionals to apply for our LPN I positions. The LPN I is the first level in the series and candidates will provide nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities that are living at the Hogan Regional Center in Danvers, Mass. In consultation with other health care professionals, the LPN I will assess outcomes of care provided and use the nursing process to make continuing assessments of individuals’ total health care needs.

Duties and Responsibilities: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive)
  • Provide exceptional nursing care and oversight by assessing health care needs to ensure the prevention of illness and the promotion of health maintenance
  • Dispense medications and perform treatments in compliance with policy and procedures
  • Collect health and status data for individuals;
  • Ensure information is documented, communicated, and made readily accessible
  • Identify acute problems and initiate intervention or referrals for needed medical services, confirming that follow-up care is pursued
  • Support nursing leadership and training for staff; serve as an advocate to ensure individuals receive appropriate health care treatment, health education, and other health related services
  • Serve as a first responder for behavioral or medical crisis situations
  • Maintain individual records and files; Performs data entry of medical information
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities;
  • Knowledge of standard nursing policies, procedures, methods and techniques;
  • Capacity to maintain accurate records and exercise discretion in handling confidential information;
  • Familiarity with safety practices and medical terminology/abbreviations;
  • Aptitude to transcribe, read and comprehend the English language
About the Agency:
The Department of Developmental Services is dedicated to creating, in partnership with others, innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate fully and meaningfully in, and contribute to, their communities as valued members.
Pre-Hire Process:

Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes:

  • Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) Abuse Registry Search: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dppc-abuser-registry
  • Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

· National Background Checks, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2014, conduct fingerprint-based check. · https://www.mass.gov/lists/dds-fingerprint-background-checks

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Human Resources at 978-774-5000.
This position is designated as an “EMERGENCY” Position in the Department of Developmental Service’s Emergency Plan. This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency, you will be required to report to work.
Schedule: 3rd shift - 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Days off to be determined. Alternating weekends off.

Qualifications


First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: None. (See Section XIII, Special Requirements.)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a current and valid license as a practical nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Executive Order #595: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.


Official Title : Licensed Practical Nurse I
Primary Location : United States-Massachusetts-Danvers-450 Maple Street
Job : Medical Services
Agency : Department of Developmental Services
Schedule : Full-time
Shift : Night
Job Posting : Jan 4, 2023, 2:57:13 PM
Number of Openings : 1
Salary : 65,692.12 - 72,568.60 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Ferdousi Faruque,Ferdousi.Faruque@mass.gov - 8573012416
Bargaining Unit : 02A-SEIU L888
Confidential : No
Hybrid Work Eligible : No

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