LPN Residential
About the role
A dedicated team of professionals who have chosen to join an organization with a forty year history of serving people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, brain injury and autism in the community. When we’re not at work, we love to hike, bike, craft, read, shop and sing opera, among many other things! Our staff of 350 have range of interests and skills and we know you do too! We know that The Edinburg Center will mean as much to you as it does to us! At work, we are psychiatrists, social workers, clinicians, nurses, behavior specialists, peer specialists, board certified behavior analysts, direct service staff and employment specialists.
Location: Tewksbury, MA
Responsibilities
The LPN will work with a team including a Registered Nurse, Residential Managers and staff to ensure the health of the individuals in the home.
- Implementation of ISP objectives and healthcare plans.
- Assisting with tube feeding and tube medication administration.
- Wound care.
- Catheter and ostomy care.
- Diabetes management.
- Attending medical appointments.
- Participating in ADL skill development.
- Participate in other duties as directed by Residential Management staff.
Requirements
- Possession of a current and valid license as a practical nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health conditions preferred.
- Experience working in a residential group setting a plus.
- Basic computer skills - MS Word, Outlook preferred.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Valid driver's license required.
- CPR certification