LPN (Brain Injury)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will assist adults with brain injury or behavioral conditions by assessing each individual's physical health needs and providing person centered clinical care.

You will work in a small, comfortable residential setting that is tailored to meet the needs of a unique specialized population who have brain injuries, intellectual and developmental disabilities or other complex health needs. Each program maintains low ratios to allow you to develop relationships with the people we serve, their families, friends and other support staff in the program.

LPN duties include providing nursing care, administering medication under the Medication Administration Plan (MAP) guidelines, and assisting individuals to become a part of their communities. Your work in this role will help individuals overcome barriers and achieve a higher quality of life.

Additionally, the LPN will communicate any change in status to appropriate individuals, perform individual assessments with any change of status, and provide skilled nursing interventions as indicated.

Responsibilities include nursing care, supervision, communication, documentation, environment, community integration, advocacy/relationships, professional development, and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and skills include experience working with individuals with brain injury, commitment to the rights and abilities of individuals with complex health issues, knowledge of LPN practice standards and intervention techniques, sensitivity to cultural, religious, ethnic, age, gender, and disability issues, skills and competency to develop supportive, trusting relationships with clients served, knowledge of teaching and learning modalities, ability to supervise and mentor C.N.A.s, knowledge of evidence based practices and commitment to adherence to such as appropriate, knowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, collaborative skills, knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices, ability to make independent judgments and decisions, ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity, knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment, knowledge of documentation standards requirements, knowledge of proper body mechanics, knowledge of available community health and mental health services.

About Vinfen: Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Qualifications: Typical requirements include one to two years supervised practical experience, including internships, in a clinical or rehabilitation setting helpful, but not required. Experience working with people with developmental and/or psychiatric disabilities and medical illnesses and other co-occurring disorders preferred. Preference given to bilingual/bi-cultural applicants and applicants with lived experience. Preferred/required education includes a high school diploma or equivalent; an associate's degree is preferred. Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical effort includes the ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift, operate a computer and other office equipment, sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. For positions in day programs or group residences, the ability to assist in routine living activities including cleaning, meal preparation, vacuuming, shoveling, and grocery shopping. Required certifications include CPR required within two weeks of hire and Safety Care required within 90 days of hire. May be asked to obtain CBIS certification (Certified Brain Injury Specialist). Required credentials/licenses include LPN in state of service required.

Pay Range: USD $38.44 - USD $38.44 /Hr.