Center for Human Development, (CHD), is currently looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join the team at Heron House, an Enhanced Medical Group Living Environment (EMGLE) program. This brand new 18-bed facility located in East Longmeadow, MA allows you the ability to provide quality care and support to those we serve with a small LPN to client ratio. Under the supervision of designated charge nurse or RN, you will work with a support team of LPN's, CNA's and Direct Care staff providing care and compassion all the while gaining valuable experience in CHD's modern EMGLE facility.A LITTLE ABOUT THE EMGLE FACILITY:The Enhanced Medical GLE (EMGLE) provides a variety of skilled healthcare and supportive services including around the clock nursing and personal care assistance to Persons with mental illness in addition to compounding medical needs. These services are designed to meet and support the daily needs of Persons with chronic medical conditions, terminal illnesses and/or disabilities, which are impacted by their significant mental illness. These Persons require licensed and unlicensed professional services to meet their chronic complex medical and behavioral needs to ensure improvement or stabilization of their medical and behavioral condition. This model will also serve to maintain, prevent, or slow worsening of condition as well as assisting transition to a lower level of care setting or prevent hospitalization/nursing facility admissions.Currently seeking LPN's for all shift per diem schedules. 1st, 2nd and 3rd. $2.00/hr. differential for hours work on 3rd shift. A competitive hourly wage of $38.50/hr. is being offered. Additional holiday bonus pay provided for working on New Year's Eve, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Memorial Day and Christmas Day. Take advantage of an attractive benefit package that is available with this LPN opportunity. YOUR ROLE AS A LPN YOU WILL:Medication administration and management. Assist in medication audit processesAttend participants care plan meetings/resource meetingsProvide direct care as needed. Providing personal hygiene care by assisting with travel to the bathroom; helping with showers and bathsNeed to effectively understand details about a patient's health and provide charge nurse or RN with clear, precise information and observationsProvides activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, feeding Persons as necessary; ambulatingProvides adjunct care by administering nonsterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatmentsMaintains the stability of Persons served by checking vital signs and weight; recording intake and output information.On call monthly rotation (stipend provided, plus hours wage if called in to pass meds). Qualifications:Have a license in practical nursing by The Board of Registration in MassachusettsOne-year experience as a LPN, preferredOne-year experience in a Behavioral Health setting, preferredOne-year experience working with the elderly, people with disabilities, behavioral challenges and cognitive disabilities, preferredValid driver's license Meeting physical demands of the role. IE: Ability to lift 45 lbs or more, stocking supplies, extended periods of walking and/or standingParticipate and successfully complete assigned training requirements in compliance with CHD and the Massachusetts Department of Mental HealthSUCCESS FACTORS:Enthusiasm and passion for the work they doPossess good time management skillsAbility to collaborate and adapt within a team environmentStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to make decisions by using critical thinking skillsDisplay patience and empathy to the care provided to persons servedStrong written skills and experience with Electronic Health Record Management is a plusMaintain work operations by following policies and proceduresAT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD) CARE FINDS A WAY:The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM TODAY!If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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