Licensed Practical Nurse; Topsfield Residential Northeast Arc Topsfield, MA

An amazing new opportunity has come up in our Residential Program! We are looking for a residential Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join us Full-Time or part-time on our residential team,
specifically in Topsfield.

Provides direct care to individuals living in a residential setting. Follows outlined plan of care, identifies health-related needs, monitors medical status and reports changes to the on-call RN, and collaborates with residential staff to support the individuals in their community residence.

• Health Monitoring & Care:
  • Conducts regular health assessments (on shift), including vital signs and symptom checks, to monitor individual health & determine nursing needs. Reports to and seeks direction from the RN Case Manager or on-call RN as needed.
  • Medication Management – Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and per MAP regulations. Manages medication storage and documentation in compliance with MAP regulatory standards and NeArc organizational policies.
  • Demonstrates competence in trach care, vent care & related emergency procedures.
    • New Grads must successfully complete in-house training and demonstrate competence to the program RN Case Manager prior to providing care to individuals that utilize a trach &/or vent.
• Care Plan Implementation:
  • Understands clinical and social needs of individuals receiving services.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of individual specialized care plans.
  • Completes and maintains written records as assigned by Supervisor. Prepares and submits all paperwork in a timely manner. Including but not limited to daily data collection, incident and other event-specific reports, progress notes, and data summaries.
  • Utilizes nursing knowledge and skills to safely implement basic preventative care and therapeutic and rehabilitative interventions.
• Medical Coordination & Communication:
  • Assists program director with scheduling and preparing individuals & documentation for medical appointments, accompanies as necessary, and ensures that medical orders are implemented per MAP and followed up.
  • Communicates any change in individual’s status, orders or plan of care to the program RN Case Manager, Program Director, on-call RN, and/or designee.
  • Presents information regarding any individual in a professional manner in all settings including meetings, phone contact, daily written documentation and/or email correspondences.
  • Provides change of shift report to incoming staff for individuals under your care.
  • Follows HIPPA and security regulations and/or guidelines to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Participates in supervision, general staff meetings, and trainings as scheduled.
• Compliance:
  • Maintains universal precautions at all times and implement all NeArc and Residential Division Standards related to Health and Safety.
  • Maintains a license in good standing and certifications as required by the program, the funding source, and OSHA including but not limited to provider-level CPR, Universal Precautions, and Human Rights.
  • Demonstrates and implements knowledge of NeArc Policies and Procedures, including Standards of Conduct and Residential Division Standards.
  • Appropriately manages agency funds, obtains receipts for all purchases and adheres to NeArc policy and procedures.

• Licensed LPN in Massachusetts with minimum of 1 year of experience
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred
• Ability to develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical and empowering relationship with individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities
• Must maintain CPR certification and complete required programmatic trainings
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Shifts available:First 7:00am
-3:00pm, Second 3:00pm-11:00pm, Third 11:00pm-7:00am
Pay Rate: $40.50/hr

Work Environment:Works in the community in a home setting with either multiple residents or someone who lives independently.

Northeast Arc is one of the largest employers on the North Shore, and we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive and excellent benefits package. Please visit us at: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for a more detailed explanation of benefits.