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Job Description - LPN-Home Care (3283449) About Us 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 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinsons VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties. Accolades and Recognition Our staff has been consistently recognized for the quality of care and commitment to patient safety provided on a daily basis. Some of these awards include : The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Beacon Award for Excellence Human Rights Campaign Foundation LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA) Baby-Friendly USA designated Baby-Friendly Hospital Newsweek Magazine and Statista named us one of the countrys Best Maternity Hospitals Cooley Dickinson has earned six consecutive A Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and the Top General Hospital award In addition to competitive pay, all Cooley Dickinson employees who work 20 hours or more per week have access to the following benefits with no waiting period : a range of health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance benefits a generous and flexible Earned Time Off program starting at six weeks accrual per year 403(b) retirement plan with various investment options opportunities and support for continued education including tuition reimbursement. Responsibilities 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 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. Minimum Requirements 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 drivers license, good driving record and reliable transportation required. It is the policy of Cooley Dickinson Health Care to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Cooley Dickinson Health Care will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Cooley Dickinson Health Care embraces diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, and encourages people of color, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ candidates, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply. Primary Location MA-Northampton-CDV VNA of Cooley Dickinson Work Locations CDV VNA of Cooley Dickinson Northampton 01060 Job Licensed Practical Nurse Organization Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice (CDV) Schedule Full-time Standard Hours 40 Shift Day Job Posted Shift Description Full time 40 hrs. 8-4 : 30 every 4th weekend. J-18808-Ljbffr