Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Internal Medicine - Boston, MA - Full Time

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts.

Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities.

Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve.

By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives.

Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.

SUMMARY

Under the direction and supervision of a Department Chief, Nurse Leader or designee, this licensed practical nurse provides direct patient care, meeting both psychological and physical needs of the patients and families.

Practices within scope of practice in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. Administers medications and performs procedures in accordance with clinician orders and department / specialty / organizational policy, and procedures.

Contributes to the continuity and quality of care of the patient while fostering the best interest and well-being of patients and their families.

Identifies those situations requiring clinical judgment and decision making and escalates these issues to clinicians.

EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Graduate of a state-approved school of practical nursing. Possess a current license to practice as a practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.

EXPERIENCE

Strongly prefer minimum of 1 year of nursing experience. Experience with an electronic medical records system required.

SKILLS

Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Up to date with current standard of nursing care in Specialty.

Consistent and accurate in documentation and follows documentation policies. Demonstrates ability to prioritize, multitask and work in a rapidly changing environment with multiple demands.

Demonstrates excellence in practice, documentation and cost effective care utilization. Maintain high patient satisfaction.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Fluent in basic computer skills.

Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital / domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and / or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.

Excellent benefits Include :

Up to 8% company retirement contribution,

Generous Paid Time Off

10 paid holidays,

Paid professional development

Competitive health and welfare benefit package.

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts.

Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities.

Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve.

By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives.

Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.

SUMMARY

Under the direction and supervision of a Department Chief, Nurse Leader or designee, this licensed practical nurse provides direct patient care, meeting both psychological and physical needs of the patients and families.

Practices within scope of practice in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. Administers medications and performs procedures in accordance with clinician orders and department / specialty / organizational policy, and procedures.

Contributes to the continuity and quality of care of the patient while fostering the best interest and well-being of patients and their families.

Identifies those situations requiring clinical judgment and decision making and escalates these issues to clinicians.

EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Graduate of a state-approved school of practical nursing. Possess a current license to practice as a practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.

EXPERIENCE

Strongly prefer minimum of 1 year of nursing experience. Experience with an electronic medical records system required.

SKILLS

Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Up to date with current standard of nursing care in Specialty.

Consistent and accurate in documentation and follows documentation policies. Demonstrates ability to prioritize, multitask and work in a rapidly changing environment with multiple demands.

Demonstrates excellence in practice, documentation and cost effective care utilization. Maintain high patient satisfaction.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Fluent in basic computer skills.

Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital / domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and / or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.

Excellent benefits Include :

Up to 8% company retirement contribution,

Generous Paid Time Off

10 paid holidays,

Paid professional development

Competitive health and welfare benefit package.

Atrius Health is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military service or application for military service, veteran or disability status.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws : Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA);Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO);

and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state

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