What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential LPN Relief/Per Diem position at Opportunities?
Schedule is: Must work a minimum of 16 hours per month, 2 weekend shifts per month, and 2 holidays per fiscal year
Starting pay is $34/hour, weekend shift differentials available..
LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer.
FULL AND PART-TIME LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSES (LPNs) NEEDED IMMEDIATELY!
At LifeStream, Inc. we firmly believe that our employees drive our success as an organization. Are you an LPN looking to have a direct impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities? If so, we would love to have you on our team!
We are hiring full and part-time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to help ensure that medical needs of the individuals we serve our met. Additionally, you have the opportunity to assist people with daily living skills, including emotional and social support, in their homes and in the community.
No experience is required to qualify for these positions within the agency. You need a current LPN license, a valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle and the ability to pass our employment screening process.
LifeStream, Inc. offers extremely generous benefits to our employees, including: health, dental, vision and life insurance, free short and long-term disability insurance, discounted gym memberships, 401k retirement savings plans, flexible spending accounts and tuition reimbursement and remission plans! Shift differentials are offered, dependent on the location, as well. We also offer our employees the opportunity to participate in seasonal farm share programs and company-sponsored activities and recognition events.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Assess all individual’s medical regimes to ensure that all individuals are referred for and receive health services, which will maximize health and safety.
- Ensures that all consumers are referred for and receive services which assist with achieving set goals and maximize physical and emotional well being.
- Provide direct care duties to maintain the highest level of care standards.
- Maintenance of medical charts, medication ordering regime and other medical supply inventory.
- Assess all consumer complaints and overall well being of each individual on a daily basis.
- Review doctor’s orders for accuracy
- Adheres to DPH regulations for medication storage, administration and destruction.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Maintenance of an acceptable CORI and fingerprinting
- Valid Driver’s license
- Negative drug screen
- Use of personal vehicle for work purposes
- Commitment to the philosophy of community inclusion
EDUCATIONS and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Licensed Practical nurse with current licensure in Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Demonstrated history of quality work performance and teamwork in previous positions.
- Familiarity with the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and brain injury.
Salary : $34