Hebrew SeniorLife
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Hebrew Senior Life — Day shift, 12 hour shifts, 36 hours per week, every other weekend. Position Title: RN / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Position Summary
The RN / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), in collaboration with a Registered Nurse, utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The LPN is an integral member of the clinical support team, and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The LPN is an active supporter of culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others. In addition, the LPN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care. Core Competencies
Demonstrates empathy and compassion with all interactions with patients and with families Articulates importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamwork Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high quality care Position Responsibilities
Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice with core care competencies. Collaborates with other members of the multidisciplinary team to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care. Applies evidence-based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients. Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients with RN oversight of assessment and care planning. Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible. In collaboration with the RN, ensures the plan of care is an accurate reflection of the patient’s individualized needs and is followed and revised as necessary. Documents pertinent information regarding care delivered in designated areas of the patient’s record using the electronic medical records. Initiate necessary reports including DPH, incident and concern resolution reports. Responsibilities
Identifies and seeks out necessary resources to ensure safe and effective care. Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the nursing assistant. Maintains accountability for own learning needs and professional development. Demonstrates critical thinking related to problem resolution. Role-models professional behavior. Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc. Collaborates in developing new work processes and systems. Serves as a resource and support to the PCAs in the unit. Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit. Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practices, regulatory matters and HIPAA compliance. Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care. Participates in performance improvement projects. May assist with unit activities (e.g., serving meals). Serves as a coach and mentor to patient care associates. May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities with RN oversight. Responsibilities may include: Giving shift report to on-coming staff Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the unit during a shift Delegate assignments to the team assigned to shift Audit/assure completion of admissions or discharges during shift with the RN’s cosign Attend rounds (wound, physician, etc.) If acting as charge nurse, develop patient care assignments, create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position. It does not exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned. Qualifications
Graduate of approved school of nursing required Current Massachusetts license as an RN/ LPN in good standing Previous experience preferred Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC Professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual. Optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and ability to adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate good judgment Superb organizational skills. Solid analytical skills Ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle difficult situations Motivated to learn and flexible to change Computer literacy required Excellent English language skills, verbal and written Work Type
On-site Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
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Hebrew Senior Life — Day shift, 12 hour shifts, 36 hours per week, every other weekend. Position Title: RN / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Position Summary
The RN / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), in collaboration with a Registered Nurse, utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The LPN is an integral member of the clinical support team, and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The LPN is an active supporter of culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others. In addition, the LPN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care. Core Competencies
Demonstrates empathy and compassion with all interactions with patients and with families Articulates importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamwork Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high quality care Position Responsibilities
Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice with core care competencies. Collaborates with other members of the multidisciplinary team to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care. Applies evidence-based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients. Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients with RN oversight of assessment and care planning. Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible. In collaboration with the RN, ensures the plan of care is an accurate reflection of the patient’s individualized needs and is followed and revised as necessary. Documents pertinent information regarding care delivered in designated areas of the patient’s record using the electronic medical records. Initiate necessary reports including DPH, incident and concern resolution reports. Responsibilities
Identifies and seeks out necessary resources to ensure safe and effective care. Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the nursing assistant. Maintains accountability for own learning needs and professional development. Demonstrates critical thinking related to problem resolution. Role-models professional behavior. Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc. Collaborates in developing new work processes and systems. Serves as a resource and support to the PCAs in the unit. Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit. Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practices, regulatory matters and HIPAA compliance. Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care. Participates in performance improvement projects. May assist with unit activities (e.g., serving meals). Serves as a coach and mentor to patient care associates. May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities with RN oversight. Responsibilities may include: Giving shift report to on-coming staff Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the unit during a shift Delegate assignments to the team assigned to shift Audit/assure completion of admissions or discharges during shift with the RN’s cosign Attend rounds (wound, physician, etc.) If acting as charge nurse, develop patient care assignments, create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position. It does not exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned. Qualifications
Graduate of approved school of nursing required Current Massachusetts license as an RN/ LPN in good standing Previous experience preferred Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC Professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual. Optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and ability to adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate good judgment Superb organizational skills. Solid analytical skills Ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle difficult situations Motivated to learn and flexible to change Computer literacy required Excellent English language skills, verbal and written Work Type
On-site Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Hebrew SeniorLife by 2x
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