Residential LPN

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at Advocates. As a Residential LPN, you will provide high-quality nursing services to our residents, working under the direction of our Residential Program Nurse.

Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with all aspects of medical management, including physicals, referrals, prescriptions, appointments, and treatments.
• Provide emergency first aid in the case of a medical crisis.
• Coordinate with residents, family members, physicians, other medical providers, and site team regarding all medical care and changes in status, treatment, or medication.
• Implement, oversee, document, and supervise medication management in accordance with agency and funder regulations.
• Oversee direct care staff, under the direction of the Residential Program Nurse.
• Monitor and evaluate the continuity and level of care provided, devising ideas for quality improvement when needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, service planning meetings, resident, and family meetings.

Requirements:

• Massachusetts as a Licensed Practical Nurse and 1 year experience in a community healthcare setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with individuals, families, funding sources, consultants, the community at large, and the program and administrative staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Must hold a valid driver's license, have access to an operational and insured vehicle, and be willing to use it to transport clients.
• Strongly prefer a candidate that will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.

About Advocates:

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. We foster a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.

Why Work at Advocates:

Our team members are dedicated to engaging and empowering individuals by forming lasting relationships, collaboratively achieving personal goals, offering creative solutions to everyday and complex situations, and actively listening. We exercise independent judgment and contribute to the overall success and benefit of the team.