Department of Developmental Services
Healthcare
LicensedPracticalNurse
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“Licensed Practical Nurse at Department of Developmental Services. Skills: Patient care, Medication administration, Health records. Provide nursing care. Implement health care plan”
What You'll Achieve.
Improve overall health; Improve quality of living
Industry & Context.
Mandatory overtime, Emergency position, Report during state of emergency
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Current active LPN license, Current valid Class D license, Health Care Provider BLS certification
Nice to Have
Develop respectful relationships, Assist/lift individuals with disabilities, Maintain accurate records, Familiarity with safety practices, Familiarity with medical terminology
What You'll Do.
Implement health care plan
Apply medical dressings
Administer medications
Assist with daily maintenance
Maintain individual records
Initiate referrals for medical services
Schedule medical appointments
Advocate for individuals
Communicate health issues to staff
Update families/guardians
Maintain medical supplies
Initiate emergency medical procedures
Apply basic first aid
Provide training for staff
Transport individuals
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with individuals; Work with family members; Work with provider agencies; Communicate health issues to staff
Full Job Description
This is an open and continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions on multiple shifts throughout the Southeast Area of the Southeastern 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 Southeastern MA Area CITIES & TOWNS: Abington | Attleboro | Berkley | Braintree | Bridgewater | Centerville | Duxbury | East Freetown | Easton | Fall River | Hanover | Hanson | Kingston | Lakeville | Marion | Mattapoisett | Middleboro | New Bedford | North Dartmouth | Pembroke | Raynham | Rehoboth | Rochester | Sandwich | Scituate | Stoughton | Taunton | Wareham | Whitman 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 admi
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