Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Company: Grafton Integrated Health Network
Location: Winchester
Posted on: May 8, 2025

Job Description:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Being a nurse comes with certain assumptions. You work in a medical center. You have a nurse's 'station' you report to. Something about scrubs comes to mind...How about taking the mission that led you to the medical field, and trying something a little different? At Grafton, our clients need your nursing skills, training, and compensation, don't get us wrong - but we also want to provide you with the opportunity to offer yourself in different ways - like coaching, mentoring, teaching, enjoying a hobby with kids, taking a group to the movies, you name it.You also get to be a part of a team that involves not just the typical players (doctors, other nurses, etc.) but also therapists, educators, and other specialists. And frankly, our nursing teams are incredibly supportive of one another. You will work side by side with Psychiatrist that are second to none, and have a real appreciation for what you do. You will be valued. We welcome new ideas, and creative ways to teach kids how to be health and safe....And we will provide tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, etc.Look, at the end of the day nurses are great because they have professional expertise that is hard won, and essential. But at Grafton, you get to also bring YOURSELF to the job, in an incredibly important role in the lives of kids. Nurses can have a huge impact on these young lives. Please consider joining us.The LPN provides nursing services and health care to Grafton clients. Performs a variety of nursing duties associated with monitoring clients health and general wellbeing, managing health issues and providing health care.Essential Job FunctionsAssesses and evaluates clients; obtains and reviews pertinent medical data; collects vital signs and specimens; monitors clients response to treatment.Follows through with treatment plans while assisting RNs or physicians in providing direct care to patientsAssists with psychological reviews; schedules client appointments with health care providers and dentists. Attends all neurology/specialty appointments, as appropriateDocuments the administration of care in the client medical record in a timely and thorough mannerProvides the medical perspective into client care for all Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings.Administers medication as directedServes as a resource to department staff and students and to help deliver quality client careProvides crisis intervention services as necessary.Provides hepatitis B or flu vaccines and PPD testing to Grafton staff.Promotes and assists in the control of communicable disease.Prepares and/or completes various health services forms like medication permission forms, on-call sheets, medical/dentist appointment sheets, etc.Works on-call duty in rotation, as appropriate; promptly responds to calls for immediate nursing services.Attends meetings, seminars and training as required.Performs other work as assigned.Minimum QualificationsRequires a high school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree preferred.Valid driver's licenseValid LPN License from the State Board of Nursing1 year or moderate experience as a practical nurse in a behavioral health setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience; previous medication administrationThorough knowledge of practical nursing techniquesComputer proficiency, strong communication skills, ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients and other employees.COMPENSATION$27.07 to $33.56; commensurate with experience and qualifications.Shifts Available: Sunday, Monday, and Thursday from 9 am to 9 pm & Tuesday to Thursday from 1 pm to 9 pm EMPLOYEE BENEFITSMedical, dental and visionFlexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts401(k), including an employer match up to $2,500 annuallyGenerous Paid Time Off planEducation Assistance up to $5,250 annuallyLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Short-term disability (STD)Long-term disability (LTD)As Grafton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, you may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness If you have issues applying or have any questions about this position, please reach out to us at hr@grafton.orgGrafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace.#ClinicalGraftonEducationRequiredHigh School or better in General StudiesGED or better in General StudiesPreferredAssociates or better in General StudiesLicenses & CertificationsRequiredDriver's LicenseLicensed Practical NurseEqual Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.by Jobble

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