LPN McCarthy Care Center

Purpose of Position

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager/ RN Supervisor and within the Agency policies and procedures, the LPN follows the plan of care on individual patients within the guidelines of his/her licensure to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services.

Description

• Assesses patient and family needs, reports new or pertinent findings to RN and physician.
• Follows prescribed plan of care as completed by the RN in order to address identified needs.
• Adheres to daily patient assignments as directed by the Clinical Manager/RN Supervisor providing personal care, observation, procedures, and medication administration.
• Demonstrates the skills and judgments to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient, within the guidelines of his/her licensure.
• Assesses, evaluates and reassesses the identified issues/symptoms patients are exhibiting, care provided and patient's response on a continuing basis.
• Maintains the safety needs of the patient using equipment safely and properly.
• Collaborates and communicates on a regular basis with the RN/Clinical Manager and members of the interdisciplinary team as needed.
• Assists patients and families in accessing appropriate community resources.
• Records documentation to reflect patient care. Documentation is clear, concise and addresses specifics of teaching, direct care and response of patient / caregiver.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
• Current LPN license in MA.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum one (1) year recent experience in an acute care facility.
• Homecare and computer skills preferred.

Schedule Details

Per Diem Hours, McCarthy Care Center – Monday–Friday Shifts 7a–3p, 3p–11p, or 11p–7a; Weekend 12-Hour Shifts 7a–7p;7p-7a, Occasional Weekends and Holidays

Organization

Visiting Nurse Association

Primary Location

Massachusetts-East Sandwich

Department

VNA-Hospice

Annual/Hourly

Hourly

Hiring Pay Range

28 - 35