Licensed Practical Nurse - Mental Health Services

Brain Injury NurseProvides direct service and daily nursing care in a clinically intensive program, designed to meet the needs of a unique and specialized population who have been diagnosed with a brain injury and may also have complex medical needs. Assumes overall responsibility of program for designated shift as charge nurse. Ensures that care is provided in a respectful, dignified, high quality manner. Ensures that the care provided promotes individual choices.ResponsibilitiesNursing CareDevelops and implements person centered treatment care plans.Provides assistance with activities of daily living according to each individual's care plan; including, but not limited to, showering, dressing, shaving, mouth care, foot care, diabetes care, wound care, GT/JT care, trach care and nutritional support. Performs individualized assessments with any change of status and provides skilled nursing interventions, as indicated.Administers medication as ordered by primary care provider.Administers treatments as ordered by primary care provider.Provides transportation and accompanies individual served to medical, dental, or any appointment, as needed.Ensures that nutritional needs of the individuals served are met.Ensures that all pharmacological, medical, nutritional supplies, and medical equipment are ordered in a timely and safe manner.A.s during designated shift.Ensures that care provided is completed in a timely and accurate manner.Ensures that care provided meets all ISP goals and address the whole person, not just the person's medical needs.Ensures that program meets all quality control monitoring.Provides relevant nursing education and training to C.A.s, as neededCommunicationCommunicates and meets with Program Nurse Administrator, as needed.Maintains communication with primary care provider, family members and/or guardian and all other, significant relationships.Communicates effectively with other Vinfen employees, outside agencies, community agencies, and neighbors.Utilizes emergency and on-call system, when appropriateCommunicates any change in status of individual served to appropriate individuals, including Program Director, primary care provider, family and/or guardian, and other outside agencies.DocumentationDocuments nursing care and treatments as ordered by primary care provider according to Vinfen policy and procedure.Documents medication administration according to Vinfen policy and procedure.Ensures that all documentation is complete and accurate, including, but not limited to, shift notes, daily communication, treatment plans, and medical records.Documents incident reports, including medication errors in a timely and effective manner.Ensures that all documentation meet all regulatory standards and Vinfen policy and procedure.Ensures that environment meets all regulatory requirements.Ensures that environment meets Vinfen policy and procedures and other credentialing agencies.Maintains clients' medical equipment and supplies that include, but are not limited to, wheelchairs, walkers, Hoyer lifts, hospital beds.Community IntegrationEnsures that individuals served are involved in community outings and events such as dances and local community events.Advocacy/RelationshipsAdvocates effectively for people served.Acts as liaison and collaborates effectively with other Vinfen departments (Behavioral Health, Psychiatry), outside agencies, and community providers to develop effective and working relationships.Attends and participates actively in developing treatment plans, ISP, and other planning meetings, as warranted.Develops and maintains effective relationships with individuals served, families and/or guardians and neighbors, and other significant relationships of individuals served.Ensures that residence meets all fire and safety requirements.Experience working with individuals with brain injury preferredStrong commitment to the rights and abilities of individuals with brain injury who have complex health issuesKnowledge of LPN practice standards and intervention techniquesSensitivity to cultural, religious, ethnic, age, gender, and disability issuesSkills and competency to develop supportive, trusting relationships with clients servedKnowledge of teaching and learning modalitiesAbility to supervise and mentor C.A.sKnowledge of evidence based practices and commitment to adherence to such as appropriateKnowledge and use of different communication and learning styles and supervisory techniquesKnowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, collaborative skillsKnowledge of formal and informal assessment practicesAbility to make independent judgments and decisionsAbility to work in a professional and confidential capacityKnowledge of personal computer applications and equipmentKnowledge of documentation standards requirementsKnowledge of proper body mechanicsKnowledge of available community health and mental health servicesAbout VinfenEstablished 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 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. My Community. 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.QualificationsTypical Requirements: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.A high school diploma or equivalent is required; 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.