LPN - Merrimack Valley Internal Medicine Associates
3 weeks ago
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Merrimack Valley Internal Medicine Associates provides direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. They utilize nursing processes to implement care plans, administer medications, and assess patient health, ensuring a supportive environment for patients and their families. Collaboration with the healthcare team is essential to identify health goals while maintaining patients' rights and dignity.
Hours: 40 hours weekly, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Location: Merrimack Valley Internal Medicine Associates - 20 Research Place
Job Overview
The LPN works under the direction of the registered nurse and utilizes the nursing process in the planning, implementing and evaluation of nursing care to the patient. This role collaborates with other members of the team in providing health information within the framework of supportive and restorative care. The LPN may collect data on the health status of the patient, in conjunction with other members of the health care team, for the identification of health goals. The LPN assures care for patient and families that is reflective of the organization's core values. The Licensed Practical Nurse is knowledgeable about and supportive of the primary nursing model.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program.
3. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
4. Experience is dependent upon unit requirements and needs.
5. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) instructor.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Applies the skill necessary to implement the medical/nursing plan of care, nursing interventions, medication administration, and procedures necessary for the care of the patient under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
2. Provides direct patient care within the primary nursing model to ensure continuity of care for all patients within their caseload in a safe efficient manner maintaining the patient's rights and dignity at all times.
3. Performs technical aspects of patient care (medications, treatments, etc.) safely, according to the established policies and procedures and Nurse Practice Act.
4. Assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Documents pain management.
5. Communicates all changes in the patient's condition immediately to the Registered Nurse.
6. Bases all nursing interventions on pathophysiological and psychosocial rationale. Delivers care in a fiscally responsible manner.
7. Establishes a positive relationship with the patient and family. Introduces self to patients and families as the patient's nurse. Provides teaching and counseling for patients/families according to their needs and ability to understand. Documents teaching on the appropriate teaching tool.
8. Reviews/educates the discharged patient and family to ADL's, medications, treatments, and provides appropriate discharge instruction sheet(s).
9. Documents all nursing interventions and the patient's response in the medical record for all assigned patients.
10. Delegates responsibilities to others with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities.
11. Participates in performance improvement activities as requested, utilizing performance improvement principles to support and improve patient care.
12. Holds self accountable for professional practice and presents self in a calm and professional manner. Keeps current with changing practices and interventions in patient care through lifelong learning.
13. Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and colleagues in order to create a positive work environment.
14. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e., physicians, clinical manager, or charge nurse) and records those observations accurately and concisely.
Tufts Medicine benefit package Includes:
Competitive salaries & benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start on day one
403(b) retirement plans with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Free on-campus parking
Guaranteed hours and set schedules
Professional Growth opportunities
NO late nights
Pay rates shown are estimated by and do not reflect the actual rates of Tufts Medicine. A Tufts Medicine Recruiter will work with every individual applicant personally to review their experience and work history, expedite interviews with Hiring Managers, and calculate fair and equitable wages. Apply today and start the process for your next exciting career opportunity
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.
Keywords:
Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, nursing care, patient care, health assessment, medication administration, collaborative healthcare, health information, primary nursing model, supportive care
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