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.
Woburn Nursing and Rehab Center Woburn, Massachusetts Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our nursing team at Woburn Nursing and Rehab Center. As an LPN at our center, you will provide direct resident care, supervise nursing support staff, and ensure high-quality, resident-centered care in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
Direct the daily activities of Certified Nursing Assistants and other nursing personnel on assigned units Ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and federal/state regulations Participate in admissions, discharges, and transfers of residents Observe, document, and report changes in residents' status to physicians, families, and leadership Transcribe and carry out the physician's orders accurately Prepare and administer medications and monitor for adverse effects Perform wound care, colostomy changes, tube feedings, suctioning, IV administration, and other assigned skilled nursing interventions Conduct rounds to ensure resident needs are met, and staff are performing their duties correctly Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure holistic care for residents Initiate, review, and update resident care plans as needed Provide end-of-life care as required Maintain adequate stock of medications, supplies, and equipment; notify appropriate personnel of needs Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication Participate in surveys, inspections, and quality assurance activities
Qualifications:
Current, unencumbered Massachusetts LPN license Strong communication and critical-thinking skills Ability to handle situations with tact and professionalism Prior long-term care experience preferred but not required
Benefits:
Competitive wages + shift differentials 6 Paid Holidays Complimentary employee meals and more Medical, dental, and vision insurance Long- and short-term disability insurance Paid time off for full-time employees 401(k) #HP123 Join our team at Woburn Nursing and Rehab Center, where we strive to reach out with our hearts and touch the hearts of others. Apply today!
