Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Residential $ 10,000 Sign-on bonus

For a limited time, Full Time hires may qualify for $10,000 sign-on bonus * *

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.*

• Job Summary : * 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.
• Major Responsibilities : *
• Health Monitoring & Care : *
• Conducts regular health assessments (on shift), including vital signs and symptom checks, to monitor individual health & determine nursing needs.
• 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.
• Qualifications : *
• 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
• Job Type : .Fulltime, Part Time, or Per Diem
• Shifts available : * First 7 : 00am -3 : 00pm, Second 3 : 00pm-11 : 00pm, Third 11 : 00pm-7 : 00am
• Pay Rate : .$38 / 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 : a more detailed explanation of benefits.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Pay : $38.00 per hour

Expected hours : 20 - 40 per week

Supplemental pay types :

Signing bonus

Weekly schedule :

• Choose your own hours
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate :

Topsfield, MA : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person