Continuous Posting-Licensed Practical Nurse II - Full and Part Time (Benefited) Multiple Shifts

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Full-time • Tewksbury, MA, US • $36,644 - $82,824 / year • 2w ago

Continuous Posting-Licensed Practical Nurse II - Full and Part Time (Benefited) Multiple Shifts - (22000EW3)

Description

This is an open and continuous posting for full-time and part-time positions on multiple shifts.

Tewksbury Hospital operated by the Department of Public Health (DPH), a 370 bed Joint Commission accredited hospital, is currently seeking caring and attentive individuals to serve as a Licensed Practical Nurse II working 24, 32, or 40 hours per week on 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift. Openings are on the DPH Medical Units at Tewksbury Hospital. The hospital provides comprehensive treatment, care, and comfort to adults with medical and/or mental illnesses.

The Licensed Practical Nurse plays a vital role by being patient-centered and building trust with our patient population. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the selected candidate will assist patients with illnesses and conditions that are often underserved or difficult to manage in other health care settings, by assisting the patient with activities of daily living.

Please Note: After Nursing Orientation, selected candidates will work 24, 32 or 40 hours per week on the 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift. Salary ranges listed below are base rate and do not include shift differential and area differential of $4/hour.

Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime

Candidates must indicate preferred shifts and fulltime or part-time status in the Questionnaire below.

Annual Base Salary for 24 hours per week: $36,644.86 - $49,694.42

Annual Base Salary for 32 hours per week: $48,859.82 - $66,259.23

Annual Base Salary for 40 hours per week: $61,074.78 - $82,824.04

Employees in this position will be required to work mandatory overtime.

Duties and Responsibilities (these are a general summary and not all inclusive):

Provides direct care to individual patients including medication administration, simple procedures and procedures defined in the Nursing Practice Manual.
As a team member, assists other nursing staff in caring for groups of patients and in carrying out complex procedures.
Implements nursing care based on sound clinical knowledge; is guided by the nursing care plan as developed by the Registered Nurse and by policies and procedures in Nursing.
Provides for the daily care & personal/hygienic needs of patients by giving baths, back rubs, feeding, grooming, skin care, etc.
In accordance with Nursing policy, documents appropriately including Progress Notes and “charting” to maintain complete and accurate medical records.
Appropriately, and within required policies, carries out physician orders for the patients.
Recognizes symptoms and reports to the appropriate person.
Assigns and supervises the work of Nursing Assistants, using knowledge of patients’ needs and knowledge of staff skills. Provides on-the-job training to personnel.
Reports information regarding all matters of concern to the appropriate person for corrective action.
May assume charge responsibilities as appropriate to level of care.
May assume charge in the absence of RN with availability from the Nursing Supervisor.
Participates on committees and in unit conferences.
Attends required educational programs and other workshops and seminars to maintain licensure and enhance own professional development. Attends required In-service Programs annually.
Accepts clinical assignments, hours of work, and understands and initiates rules and regulations which govern medical emergencies, fire, bomb threat and disaster.
Uses hospital supplies in a cost-conscious manner.
Compliance with all applicable state and federal laws including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations which govern the privacy and confidentiality of information about patients.
Attend community meetings, team meetings, periodic reviews, and other consultative sessions.
Performs related duties as required.

Learn more about nursing opportunities at DPH https://www.mass.gov/info-details/nursing-roles-at-dph

Pre-Hire Process

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

For information regarding this requisition please call 857-275-8640

For issues concerning MassCareers access please call 617-978-8500

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Applicants must have at least one year of paraprofessional experience in the field of nursing as a licensed practical nurse.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a current and valid license as a practical nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!

Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title: Licensed Practical Nurse II

Primary Location

: United States-Massachusetts-Tewksbury-365 East Street

Job

: Medical Services

Agency

: Department of Public Health

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Multiple

Job Posting

: Dec 3, 2024, 12:01:29 PM

Salary

: 61,074.78 - 82,824.04 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Sandra Semedo: sandra.c.semedo@mass.gov - 6173488482

Bargaining Unit: 02-AFSCME - Service/Institutional

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: No

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