Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary
We are seeking Two Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Greater Horizon Healthcare team, for weekday and possible weekend rotation. New Grads and experienced LPN's are welcome! The shifts are a few days a week. We would appreciate if the candidate takes pride in creating personalized care plans for patients and are able to observe and communicate effectively in your patient's best interest. To succeed, you should have demonstrated knowledge and skill in current nursing practices as well as a strong penchant for solving problems.

About GHH

Greater Horizon Healthcare is a great place to work. GHH is situated in the heart of Boston and the Greater Boston Area, which has an amicable reputation within the Home Healthcare industry. We have received excellent Chap surveys and look forward to new members being added to our talented nursing team.

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Job Type: Part-time

Benefits Highlight:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Job Requirements:

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• Massachusetts Nursing License (Required)
• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university
• LPN certified
• CPR Certification required
• Updated TB skin test and Physical
• Background check required
• Driver's License/State ID required
• Travel, must have own transportation, flexibility (up to 7 days a week)
• Mature, responsible, attendance, and punctuality
• High standards of honesty and integrity
• Must be able to work independently with little or no supervision
• Must be proficient in the English language (Multilingual Personnel Preferred)

Job Description Highlight:

• Duties may include, but are not limited to:
  • Demonstrates knowledge of basic health care provider skills.
  • Follows standard precautions and other infection control protocols as needed.
  • Provides 1:1 or Safety Sitter nursing care to Veterans/residents who may require restraints or special observation.
  • Understands Veteran's/resident's rights and responsibilities.
  • Provides comprehensive physical care to Veterans/residents.
  • Motivates Veterans/residents towards optimal level of functioning.
  • Accurately records care delivery and observations using established oral, written and computer communications according to documentation guidelines.
  • Provide a range of patient/resident care and contribute to the completion of the nurse care plan and recovery of patients/residents.
  • Observe patients/residents' or resident's physical or emotional status and refer deviations and/or problems to supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Use equipment, materials and supplies in simple diagnostic and treatment procedures such as bladder scan, continuous passive motion device, blood glucose monitoring machine, specimen collection, etc.
  • Communicate effectively with patients/residents, their families, and other health professionals.
  • Recognize and react to emergent patient/resident care situations and intervene while waiting for assistance, for example, recognizing need for basic life support, controlling bleeding and assisting with behavior crisis, etc.

Work Location: Hybrid
Total Hours: 30+ Hours/week