LicensedPracticalNurse

This is an open and continuous posting for Full-Time and Part-Time positions on multiple shifts serving the Group Homes throughout the Northeast Region of DDS.   The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks compassionate nursing professionals to apply for our  LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE I (LPN I)  positions. This is an excellent entry level nursing opportunity for potential candidates who are interested in furthering their career and broadening their nursing experience to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.   The LPN I is the first level in the series and candidates will deliver care to our individuals living in a community residential home setting. Our LPNs are an extremely important part of our team, developing relationships and working with, not only our individuals, but family members, significant others, provider agencies and other appropriate parties in order to improve the overall health/quality of living for those supported by the agency.   Please Note: Based on assignment, candidates may be eligible for various pay differentials.  For more information on the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) go to:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLyCHl8CEwI To visit the DDS Career Page, please visit:   https://www.mass.gov/dds-careers   Licensed Practical Nurse I POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING CITIES & TOWNS:   Acton | Amesbury | Bedford | Beverly | Billerica | Burlington | Chelmsford | Danvers | Georgetown | Haverhill | Ipswich | Lexington | Lowell | Lynn | Maynard | Medford | Methuen | Newburyport | North Andover |North Reading | Peabody | Reading | Saugus | Stoneham | Tewksbury | Topsfield | Tyngsboro | Wakefield | Wilmington | Woburn   Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive): Provide exceptional nursing care and oversight by implementing the individuals' health care plan including charting vital signs, application of medical/surgical dressings, and administering medications a