Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Brain Injury)

LPN II PositionThe 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. Ensures that care is provided in a respectful, dignified, high-quality manner and ensures the care provided promotes individual choices.Responsibilities include:Implementing person-centered treatment care plans thoroughly in accordance with medical orders.Assisting 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.Monitoring and observing clients for any change in status. Reporting all issues in a timely manner to the PD, SPD (if needed), and Program Nurse.Ensuring that all the individual's care is completed using best-practice and providing the person with dignity and choice.Ensuring that ADLs are performed, and assistive devices are in working order and available and ready for use.Performing individualized assessments with any change of status and providing skilled nursing interventions, as indicated.Clinically supervising CNA's during designated shifts. If training is needed, provides in the moment.Ensuring care provided is completed in a timely and accurate manner.Ensuring care provided meets all ISP goals and addresses the whole person, not just the person's medical needs. Ensuring program meets all quality control monitoring.Communicating and meeting with RN Manager, as needed.Maintaining communication with primary care provider, family members and/or guardian and all other, significant relationships.Communicating effectively with other Vinfen employees, outside agencies, community agencies, and neighbors.Documenting nursing care and treatments as ordered by primary care provider according to Vinfen policy and procedure.Documenting medication administration according to Vinfen policy and procedure, following MAP standards.Ensuring 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.Ensuring the environment is safe, clean, comfortable, and welcoming to individuals and families and/or guardians and other significant individuals and visitors.Ensuring the environment meets all regulatory requirements.Promoting an environment conducive and welcoming to client's active participation in residence.Ensuring 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 techniquesSensitivity to cultural, religious, ethnic, age, gender, and disability issuesSkills and competency to develop supportive, trusting relationships with clients served.Knowledge of teaching and learning modalitiesAbility to supervise and mentor CNA'sKnowledge of evidence-based practices and commitment to adherence to such as appropriateKnowledge and use of different communication and learning styles and supervisory techniques.Knowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, collaborative skillsKnowledge of formal and informal assessment practicesAbout Vinfen:Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes (for eligible employees):A fully funded 401(a), employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) planFirst-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance!Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!)Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance for employees who qualifyFlexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)Voluntary Term Life, Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity InsuranceGenerous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week).My Job. My Community. My Vinfen.Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.Qualifications:Typical Requirements: 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. Bi-lingual/bi-cultural applicants and applicants with lived experience are encouraged to apply.Preferred /Required Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Associate's degree preferred.Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position.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 such as a calculator, copier, and printer.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 by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Required Certifications/Trainings: CPR required within two weeks of hireSafety Care required within two weeks of hireMay be asked to obtain CBIS certification (Certified Brain Injury Specialist)Required Credentials/Licenses: Licensed Practical Nurse in Massachusetts is required.Pay Range: USD $40.49 - USD $40.49 /Hr.