Licensed Practical Nurse II

Description - External


The BMSC Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) Program is seeking a dynamic candidate who will serve as a Licensed Practical Nurse on one our integrated teams. The LPN II will provide supports & services to adults with major mental illness in Department of Mental Health ACCS Group Living Environment residential homes as well as in the community. The LPN II will provide face-to-face community-based services to assigned persons in their homes, homeless shelters, in hospital settings or any other setting in which the person served resides or currently requires intervention (including in one of the BMSC ACCS 3 24/7 group residential environments). The LPN II will provide behavioral and physical health monitoring and support as well as medication administration and education as needed. The LPN II will be responsible for completing Physical Health Assessments, participating in the development of treatment plans, and providing trauma-informed, person-centered community-based interventions that target skill development in the areas of Health & Wellness. The LPN II will conduct routine assessments and provides medical care as needed, while also ensuring that appropriate medical services are accessed by collaborating with care coordination entities.

Please Note: This position is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. The scheduled days off will be on Sunday and Saturday.


Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive):

• Serves on an ACCS Integrated Team by attending regularly scheduling meetings, by coming prepared to present psychosocial history, mental status, diagnosis, treatment provided and the treatment planned for assigned cases and by participating in discussion of other cases so as to ensure that persons served receive optimal care.
• Assists in the development, understanding and implementation of treatment plans of those that are on assigned case load by involving person served and significant others as appropriate.
• Assess on an ongoing basis the needs of assigned persons served by providing supportive counseling, by reviewing records, by making home visits and by maintaining regular contact with persons served and families in order to ensure that appropriate treatment recommendations are made.
• Functions as an advocate and liaison for persons served in interactions with the persons served's primary and other health care providers, conferring as necessary regarding medical and medication issues and adjustments.
• Provide rehabilitative interventions to assist persons served in building and using skills and accessing resources to achieve treatment goals, manage symptoms and live productive and meaningful lives. These interventions take into account SAMHSA's 8 Dimensions of Wellness.
• Read and communicate all pertinent information and attending daily rounds, staff meetings and informing supervisor or designee of any critical information.
• Transport or arrange transportation for persons served that need that level of service.
• Assess persons served mental status and assist them with utilizing coping strategies, natural supports and safety planning when necessary.
• Involves all assigned persons served and significant others, when appropriate, in the process of treatment planning and ensure that plans are agreed upon by obtaining persons served or LAR signature.
• Maintain person served records in a timely manner by documenting in EMR and paper record and completing all other related forms to ensure compliance with DMH regulations and Rehab Option requirements.
• Provides primary nursing care by assessing health status, recording related health data, evaluating outcomes and adjusting care in conjunction with other service providers.
• Transcribes and ensures implementation of physician's orders.
• Conducts self-medication readiness assessments at the time of admission and during care transitions.
• Completes physical health assessments and verifies medications at time of admission and update as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge and ability to plan, organize, and participate in general and specialized nursing care of psychiatry patients.
• Knowledge of theories and principles of nursing, including psychiatric and mental health terminology.
• Ability to direct paraprofessional workers and maintain effective working relationships with other workers.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of psychopharmacology, including administration of medication, observation of effects of medication, reporting and recording.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as physicians' orders and treatment plans.
• Ability to make decisions and act quickly in emergencies.
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply psychosocial data and nursing knowledge to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with people with chronic mental illness.
• Experience working in a Community Mental Health Setting.

Special Requirements:

• Current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license or equivalent license from the state in which you reside for travel.

Brockton Multi Service Center Mission Statement:

The Brockton Multi Service Center provides comprehensive services to mentally ill adults and children. Programs include Case Management, Adult Community Clinical Services program and a Program of Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) team. The Brockton Multi Service Center is a Joint Commission certified facility. In all we always aspire to create an environment which promotes growth and independence for clients, families, and employees alike.

DMH Vision and Mission :
The Department of Mental Health, as the State Mental Health Authority, assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights, and supports mental health training and research. This critical mission is accomplished by working in partnership with other state agencies, individuals, families, providers, and communities.

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Pre-Hire Process :
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit and click on "Information for Job Applicants."

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

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Qualifications - External


First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least one year of paraprofessional experience in the field of nursing as a licensed practical nurse.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a current and valid license as a practical nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (Regulation) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.


An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.


The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Qualifications:
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:


Applicants must have at least one year of paraprofessional experience in the field of nursing as a licensed practical nurse.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a current and valid license as a practical nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Comprehensive Benefits


When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.


Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!


An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.


The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.