What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time LPN - Urgent Care - MGH position at Massachusetts General Hospital?
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE / CHELSEA MA / Rotating schedule - Every Other Weekend. Part-Time.
(please note, RNs will not be considered, seeking LPNs Only)
Join our team! Fast paced Urgent Care Clinic right at our health center in Chelsea. Since we have a rotating schedule, there are generally options for you to work within your schedule availability which include weekdays and weekends.
Please apply and learn more about the role and the team!
Urgent Care LPN
3-5 Minimum LPN Experience Strongly Preferred
Emergency or Acute Care Experience Preferred
Site: Massachusetts General Hospital
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
We offer an outstanding benefits packages to eligible employees including...
* Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Generous paid time off
* Subsidized MBTA pass
* Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
* Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan
* Employee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives, and you can make a difference. We are looking for someone as dedicated as you to be a part of our team.
About Mass General Hospital
Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Summary
Under the supervision of a Nurse Manager, licensed clinical leader, or non-clinical practice manager - and in collaboration with other team members - provides direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the scope of practice.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
- Interviews patients about current problems, medications, and allergies, and reviews medical records for pertinent previous and current information.
- Measure and record patients' vital signs. Based on the chief complaint, the physician may also perform additional screening exams as needed, such as hearing, vision, depression, and falls assessments.
- Measure and record patients' vital signs, including height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
- Provide basic patient care and treatments, such as dressing wounds, treating bedsores, administering enemas or douches, applying alcohol rubs, massaging, performing catheterizations, administering routine immunizations, and/or providing nebulizer treatments and visual acuity tests.
- Participates in patient treatment regimen, including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse).
- Communicates post-visit findings and participates in the plan of care, in coordination with the appropriate clinical staff
- Performs a variety of office responsibilities: answers phones and takes messages, and performs triage within the scope of licensed practical nursing practice in an accurate and timely manner.
- Collect samples, such as blood, urine, or sputum from patients, and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
- Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
- Assist patients with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, transferring in bed, and standing and walking.
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
Education
Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Licensed Practical Nurse required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Licensed Practical Nurse [LPN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
Experience
Medical experience 3-5 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of patient education: interviewing and listening skills, teaching and engagement techniques, and understanding of health-related conditions and information.
- Ability to accurately perform vital signs and obtain pertinent health information, including but not limited to: temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height, and weight.
- Ability to administer medication; routes of administration may include injections, intravenous, and oral medications.
- Knowledge and ability to perform specific procedures and tests as appropriate to the clinical setting.
- Ability to communicate in a professional, courteous, clear, and concise manner.
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.