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LPN III

Company: Commonwealth Medicine (CWM)

More about Commonwealth Medicine (CWM):

Commonwealth Medicine (CWM) is the public, nonprofit health care consulting and service organization founded by UMass Medical School. Government agencies, nonprofits and managed care organizations benefit from our expertise in clinical service delivery, health care financing strategies, policy management and quality improvement. Commonwealth Medicine programs have helped Massachusetts-and many other state, international and local health care agencies-to increase the value of health care expenditures while improving access and delivery of care to at-risk and uninsured populations. Our programs were developed, in part, as a way for the Medical School's faculty and staff to have a direct and profound impact on the communities of Massachusetts, and now provide critical opportunities for faculty and students to serve the community.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMMS recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

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Job Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the overall supervision of the Nurse Manager and the day-to-day supervision of the Registered Nurse the Licensed Practical Nurse III provides direct or indirect nursing care to psychiatric clients. Perform nursing activities in accordance with licensures by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the policies and procedures of the patient care area.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Under the direction of the RN assists in the assessment development implementation and documentation of nursing care for patients
* Administers and records medication consistent with his/her knowledge of pharmacology
* Performs direct care such as ADL assistance performing safety checks monitoring patients who are feeling unsafe and leading/co-leading therapeutic groups and activities
* Documents all care in patient medical records
* Executes physician orders for specific medications test treatments and other procedures
* Serves as an associate care provider to assigned patients which includes all aspects of nursing care planning all in conjunction with the primary nurse and/or resource nurse
* Will assist in the restraint of out-of-control patients
* Attends treatment team and staff meetings
* Collects and records vital signs heights and weights. Reports any unusual deviations to the RN.
* Complies with all safety and emergency procedures
* Respects the rights and confidentiality of all patients and serves as a patient advocate
* Performs dressing changes; may administer enemas
* Maintains a safe environment for all patients and staff
* Assumes responsibility for professional growth; remains current in nursing practice and program's policies and procedures
* Takes an active role in preventive health teaching and patient and family education
* Assists in orientation of new employees
* Participates in departmental quality improvement activities
* Performs other duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Must possess the required knowledge and technical skills of an LPN

Bilingual Spanish/English

If disabled must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with reasonable accommodation

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