Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Brain Injury)
Vinfen
Summary
The LPN II provides direct service and daily nursing care in a medically intensive program, designed to meet the needs of a unique and specialized population who have been diagnosed with a brain injury, developmental delay or intellectual disability and have complex medical needs. The LPN II assumes overall responsibility of the program for the designated shift as lead staff/nurse.
Job description
Nursing Care
- Implements person-centered treatment care plans thoroughly in accordance with medical orders.
- Assists with activities of daily living according to each individual's plan; including, but not limited to, showering, dressing, shaving, mouth care, foot care, and diabetes care.
- Responsible for completing all skilled nursing care needs of the individual; including but not limited to, wound care, GT/JT care, trach care and nutritional support.
- Monitors and observes clients for any change in status. Reports all issues in a timely manner to the PD, SPD (if needed), and Program Nurse.
- Ensures that all the individual's care is completed using best-practice and providing the person with dignity and choice.
- Ensures that ADLs are performed, and assistive devices are in working order and available and ready for use.
- Performs individualized assessments with any change of status and provides skilled nursing interventions, as indicated.
Supervision
- Clinically supervises CNA's during designated shifts. If training is needed, provides in the moment.
- Ensures care provided is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
- Ensures care provided meets all ISP goals and addresses the whole person, not just the person's medical needs.
- Ensures program meets all quality control monitoring.
Communication
- Communicates and meets with RN Manager, as needed.
- Maintains communication with primary care provider, family members and/or guardian and all other, significant relationships.
- Communicates effectively with other Vinfen employees, outside agencies, community agencies, and neighbors.
Documentation
- Documents nursing care and treatments as ordered by primary care provider according to Vinfen policy and procedure.
- Documents medication administration according to Vinfen policy and procedure, following MAP standards.
- Ensures all documentation is complete and accurate, including, but not limited to, shift notes, daily communication, treatment protocol data, medication administration sign offs and the countable controlled substance book for each individual. This includes review of CNA's and direct care staff medical documentation.
Environment
- Ensures the environment is safe, clean, comfortable, and welcoming to individuals and families and/or guardians and other significant individuals and visitors.
- Ensures the environment meets all regulatory requirements.
- Promotes an environment conducive and welcoming to client's active participation in residence.
- Ensures client's preferences and choices are respected.
Knowledge and Skills
- Experience working with individuals with developmental, intellectual disabilities or brain injury preferred.
- Strong commitment to the rights and abilities of individuals who have complex health issues.
- Knowledge of LPN practice standards and intervention techniques.
- Sensitivity to cultural, religious, ethnic, age, gender, and disability issues.
- Skills and competency to develop supportive, trusting relationships with clients served.
- Knowledge of teaching and learning modalities.
- Ability to supervise and mentor CNA's.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices and commitment to adherence to such as appropriate.
- Knowledge and use of different communication and learning styles and supervisory techniques.
- Knowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, collaborative skills.
- Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices.
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nurse in Massachusetts is required.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- One to two years supervised practical experience, including internships, in a clinical or rehabilitation setting helpful, but not required.
- Experience working with people with developmental and/or psychiatric disabilities and medical illnesses and other co-occurring disorders preferred.
- Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle.
- Must possess and maintain adequate insurance and a safe driving record.
- A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment.
- Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months.
- Must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb.
- Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift.
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
- Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.
- Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living.
- Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- CPR required within two weeks of hire.
- Safety Care required within two weeks of hire.
- May be asked to obtain CBIS certification (Certified Brain Injury Specialist).
Benefits
- 401(a) Retirement Plan
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Vinfen is a leading nonprofit health and human services organization established in 1977, specializing in community-based mental health care and disability services. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Vinfen operates over 200 locations across Massachusetts and Connecticut, serving more than 3,500 individuals annually. The organization provides comprehensive services for people with psychiatric conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, autism, and behavioral health challenges. Their evidence-based programs include residential supports, clinical outreach, employment services, day habilitation programs, clubhouses, and crisis intervention services. Vinfen employs approximately 2,600-3,300 dedicated professionals who deliver person-centered care through innovative service models. The organization operates Community Behavioral Health Centers offering 24/7 crisis intervention, outpatient therapy, and medication management. With annual revenues exceeding $250 million, Vinfen is recognized as one of the largest nonprofit employers in Massachusetts and has received numerous awards for excellence in health and human services, including recognition as a Top Place to Work by The Boston Globe.