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RN/LPN (772) at Lifeworks, Inc. – Westwood, Massachusetts

Lifeworks, Inc.
Westwood, Massachusetts, 02090, United States
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RN/LPN (772)

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Registered Nurse (RN)
Job ID: 772
Location: Westwood, MA
Shift: 24 hours 3pm-11pm Rotating Weekends and Holidays
Salary: LPN: $39/hr
RN: $46/hr
As a team, the mission of Lifeworks is to provide advocacy, empowerment, and opportunity to those that we serve. As a member of our team, we are all here to support you as we provide creative opportunities and services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Lifeworks isn't just a job; it is an opportunity for a fulfilling career with a purpose. We offer competitive pay & excellent benefits in a rewarding and supportive environment.

Lifeworks is hiring a part time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Registered Nurse (RN) to work with Individuals with ID/DD in one of our Residential Programs. We are a nonprofit human service agency that provides adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to live engaged and meaningful lives. We're searching for an enthusiastic individual who will bring their personality, an independent work ethic, and a strong belief in enhancing the lives of those we serve.

Essential Duties:
  • Ensures the health and safety of individuals by assessing individuals for specific nursing needs.
  • Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care to individuals in home settings, performing the following duties.
  • Administer and safely store all medical supplies and prescribed medications.
  • Treat any daily health care problems, including first aid and emergency problems.
  • Regularly assess clients for specific nursing needs, and/or health problems and monitor accordingly.
  • Lift and transfer individuals as appropriate to their needs.
  • Provide preventative health maintenance: blood pressure check, weight, health care education.
  • Participate in or complete nursing assessments, progress notes, and other applicable documentation.
  • Assist in coordination of health care services with Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Physical Therapist.
  • Provide individual and small group instruction in self-care, activities of daily living, communication, social and motor skills.
  • Comply with all applicable State and Federal regulations, agency policies and procedures and personnel practices.
  • Act as resource person to program staff, clients, families and care providers regarding health care issues and concerns.
  • Make home visits when necessary.
  • Attend training sessions and staff meetings as required.
  • Perform other duties as requested by supervisors.
Requirements:
  • Current license with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing and one year of experience.
  • Must be able to pass Fingerprint background check, CORI, DPPC and Driving background checks
  • Experience working with Individuals with ID/DD
  • Valid Driver's License required
  • Valid MAP certification is preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent Compensation Package Benefits package that includes:
  • 403(B) matching up to 3%
  • $2,000.00 Staff Retention Bonus after 1 year**
  • Health Insurance with 2 plan choices and a 75% employer contribution. Benefits available upon hire: Dental, Vision and Short-Term disability
  • 4.4 weeks of Paid Time Off in your first year of employment
  • Long-Term Disability insurance & Life Insurance free for employees
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible spending account

Lifeworks, Inc. believes diversity strengthens the value of our workplace and communities. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Disclaimer:
This job profile identifies the general duties and minimum level of skills required to perform this job. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned. The employee can be responsible for all other duties as assigned by supervisor. Employment at Lifeworks is on an at-will basis. This means that the employee or employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason or for no reason and with or without prior notice. Nothing in this job description or employee handbook creates an employment agreement, express or implied, or any other agreement between an employee and Lifeworks.

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Westwood, Massachusetts, 02090, United States
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