Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse

Per Diem LPN

Location: Varies Shift: Varies, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts available. Weekday and Weekends. Salary: $37-40.50/hr (LPN), varies on shift worked

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 per diem LPN to work with Individuals with ID/DD. 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:

• 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 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.
• Work with staff to develop programs related to client's health and related issues.
• Act as resource person to program staff, clients, families and care providers regarding health care issues and concerns.
• Ensure the proper maintenance of client medical files and ISP requirements. Participate in or complete nursing assessments, progress notes, and other applicable documentation.
• Provide and or assist with regular in-service training in coordination with nursing staff
• Attend training sessions and staff meetings as required.
• Protect the health and safety of all consumers and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Healthcare Supervisor.

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
• Nice to have: Experience working with Individuals with ID/DD
• Valid Driver's License required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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.