LPN - Agawam MA - LTC

Shift: 7am - 3pm, 3pm 11pm, 11am - 7am

Salary: $43/hr

Job description

we arelooking to add dedicated LPNs to our great team for assignments and local shifts in various locations in Massachusetts. Our focus is to provide qualified health professionals to meet high-quality staffing needs at nursing homes, assisted living facilities, rehabilitation, skilled nursing homes and long-term care settings.

Qualifications

• Must have Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from accredited program
• Must maintain an active LPN license in good standing throughout employment
• Current, unrestricted state license as a Licensed Nurse
• At least One (1) year experience preferred
• Must have BSL/CPR certification upon hire, or obtain during orientation, certification must remain current during employment
• Demonstrates working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the RN Unit Manager, the Licensed Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of residents/patients for the duration of their respective shift. Nursing care is provided through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care.
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed for residents, staff & family member
• Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, assessing health outcomes against patient care goals and regulatory standards.
• Maintains continuity among the nursing shifts by documenting and communicating actions, changes, and ongoing issues at shift change.
• Ensures assigned work area (eg. nurse station, med. Cart, medication room, etc.), resident/patient care rooms and treatment areas are maintained and sanitary manner.
• Monitors medication supply and re-orders from pharmacy as needed.
• Keeps medication room and medication cart clean and orderly.
• Establishes a compassionate environment by communicating with resident family members and representatives.
• Complies with facility laws, regulations, and acts.
• Treats all residents, visitors, and staff with courtesy.
• Follows HIPAA regulations by keeping all patient information confidential.
• Completes all nursing duties as assigned by the DON or Nurse Unit Manager

At BOC Staffing Agency we have multiple facilities and many flexible opportunities throughout Massachusetts. You can Work when you want and where you want!! Apply today and send in your resume. We shall work towards matching you with awesome opportunities for you!!

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