Licensed Practical Nurse II Position

1 month ago


Taunton, Massachusetts, United States State of Massachusetts Full time
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse II

Join the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) in a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

About the Role:

The Licensed Practical Nurse II will provide direct nursing and personal care supports to individuals with developmental disabilities in a home-like setting. This role requires a compassionate and experienced nurse to work in a specialized residential home in the Taunton, MA area.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct nursing and personal care supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Dispense medications, communicate with PCPs and specialty physicians, and provide community opportunities for individuals.
  • Complete required paperwork, including physician's orders, medication sheets, transcription, progress notes, and summary notes.
  • Prepare meals according to individual nutritional guidelines and perform light housekeeping as assigned.
  • Communicate daily with involved families and work collaboratively with peer groups and upper management.
Requirements:
  • Current, active license to practice as an LPN in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Valid Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
  • Health Care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to develop and maintain respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationships with DDS individuals and co-workers.
  • Capacity to assist and lift individuals with physical disabilities and/or limited mobility.
  • Knowledge of standard nursing policies, procedures, methods, and techniques.
  • Capacity to maintain accurate records and exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
  • Familiarity with safety practices and medical terminology/abbreviations.
About the Department of Developmental Services:

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is committed to creating innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members.

The DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.

For more information about our agency and programs, visit: www.mass.gov/dds.



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