LPN-Home Care at Partner's Healthcare in Northampton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc.


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.


With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,00 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospital is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services through-out Hampshire and Franklin counties.



Job Summary
Provide professional nursing care under the direction of a RN Case Manager and/ or the Clinical Manager.


Provide skilled nursing visits for patients as directed by the plan of care developed by the RN Case Manager. Follow the care plan interventions established by the Case Manager.
Recognize and report changes in patient condition to the RN Case Manager and/ or the Clinical Manager as directed.
Communicate information on a timely basis, consistent with policy of the VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson (Agency) and urgency of the situation.
Provide care within the scope of clinical practice and level of competency (see competency policy/procedure) including assessment of patient status, physical, psychological, and environmental; medication monitoring and administration; patient/family teaching; emergency intervention.
Perform skilled nursing services in homes, schools, clinics and other community settings.
Provide on-call support for patients based on needs of the Agency. Rotate to weekends, evenings and holidays to maintain adequate staffing.
Consistently demonstrate competency with nursing skills according to the legal scope of practice and Agency policies and procedures.



Qualifications


- Graduate of an approved, accredited school of professional nursing required. Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.


- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.


- Preference will be given to applicants with one (1) year experience in a home care/hospice setting or equivalent experience required. Demonstrated knowledge of homecare health regulatory and reimbursement requirements required. - Demonstrated good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required. Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills required.


- Current driver's license, good driving record and reliable transportation required.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Additional Job Description



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


168 Industrial Drive



Scheduled Weekly Hours


40



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc. is an Affirmative Action 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.



Mass General Brigham Competency Framework


At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.