Home Care -LPN

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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson’s VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.

Summary

Job Summary

Responsible for providing nursing care to patients in their homes.Essential Functions

• Assessing patients' health status and developing individualized care plans.
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by the supervising registered nurse or physician.
• Monitoring patients' vital signs and reporting any changes to the supervising nurse or physician.
• Assisting patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Providing wound care and dressing changes.
• Performing basic diagnostic tests such as blood pressure checks and glucose monitoring.
• Educating patients and their families on their medical conditions and self-care techniques.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License MASS -required

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN - MASS -Required

Experience

Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program and a current LPN license. required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Physical Requirements

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

30 Locus Street- LAND

Pay Range

$21.30 - $30.41 / Hourly

Grade

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .

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