Licensed Practical Nurse II - Full and Part Time - Continuous Posting

Description

The duties and responsibilities stated are general summary and not all inclusive.)

• Provide direct nursing and personal care supports to individuals with developmental disabilities in a home like setting.
• Dispenses medications, communicates with PCP and specialty Physicians for the Individuals.
• Provide community opportunities for the Individuals during their visit.
• Complete all required paperwork such as Physician’s orders, medication sheets, transcription, progress notes and all other relevant summary notes.
• Prepare meals according to the individual’s nutritional guidelines, perform light housekeeping as assigned.
• Communicate daily with involved families.
• Work collaboratively with peer group and upper management.

Position Requirements :

Must possess a current, active license to practice as an LPN in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Agency Requirements :

• Must possess current and valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
• Incumbents must obtain and maintain Health Care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Ability to develop and maintain respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationships with DDS individuals and co-workers.
• Capacity to assist / lift individuals with physical disabilities and / or limited mobility.
• 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.
• Ability to work with individuals who are medially complex and require tracheotomy care, ostomy care, wound care, respiratory treatments, etc.
• Aptitude to transcribe, read and comprehend the English language.

Please Note :

• This position is in a program that operates 24-hours / 7 days a week. The Department of Developmental Services requires employees in this position to be able to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need.
• This position is designated as an "EMERGENCY" position in the Department of Developmental Services 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 Information :

Full-time - 20 hour / part time and 40-hour / full time weekly positions available

Schedule Multiple

Days off Varies

About the Department of Developmental Services :

The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members.

DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports.

The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs, visit : .