What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse-School Campus, Walpole, MA position at The Home for Little Wanderers?
This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $5000.
The Home for Little Wanderer's seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to work in our small, therapeutic school, The COVE School in Plymouth, MA. The school is a year-round private special education school for youth aged 10 to 18.
- Services The Home provides include: individual, family, and group therapy, psycho-pharmacological evaluation, psycho-diagnostic evaluation, educational evaluation, sexual abuse victim/abuser evaluation and treatment.
- The LPN will follow an individualized health services plan using a collaborative, wellness focused approach.
- Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of the plan.
- Provide ongoing Quality Assurance by monitoring the medication administration system to ensure compliance according to DESE licensing requirements.
- Oversee all aspects of the administration of medications, including the direct administration and the preparation of leave of absence medications.
- Assure compliance with all regulatory guidelines.
- Conduct annual health screening procedures and ensure that all immunizations are current.
- Coordinate the delivery of health care with ancillary staff, family members, guardians, psychiatrists, primary and specialty health care providers, and other professionals within the Home and with external organizations.
- Complete reports and documentation needed for client records, the Home and collateral and regulatory agencies.
- Provide and coordinate health education for clients and families and training for staff; assure that all medication and medical supplies are ordered, received and checked for accuracy, and monitor supply budget.
Qualifications
- Current MA LPN license
- Some pediatric and/or psychiatric experience preferred
- Ability to assess and monitor children for illness and injury
What The Home Can Offer You
In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of countless youth, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
- Health and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hire
- Extensive training to new staff
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- And more!
Valuing Diversity
We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
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Salary : $2,400
