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LPN Medical Surgical-VNA
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$74,752 / year median in Massachusetts
+17% projected growth
Job Description
LPN Medical Surgical-VNA Southcoast Health System $30.38
- $45.61 / hr tuition assistance, 403(b), retirement plan United States, Massachusetts, Fairhaven 200 Mill Road (Show on map) Sep 14, 2026 Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission
- it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.
Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row! We are searching for a talented LPN Medical Surgical
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VNA Hours:
Per Diem Shift:
Day shift, 8:00am
- 4:30pm
Location:
Visiting Nurse Association
- Fairhaven, MA; Team 1 coverage area
- Rehoboth, somerset, Swansea, Seekonk,Assonet, Raynham,Taunton,Dighton, Berkely and Freetown. A career at Southcoast Health offers you: A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package - Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training - Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Manager or designee, provide competent health care to individuals and families in the clinical setting. Promote health maintenance of individuals, families and the community through teaching, counseling, collaborative planning and appropriate preventative and rehabilitative nursing measures.
Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing is required.
Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs is preferred.
One (1) year of nursing experience is required; home care experience is preferred.
Current LPN Licensure is required in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and may be required in Rhode Island, subject to geographic area assignment.
Home care experience preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) & CPR certification is also required.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the
COVID 19
virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired
Compensation:
Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.
Benefits
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Dental Insurance
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings