Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Brain Injury)

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The 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.

Nursing Care

• Implements person-centered treatment care plans thoroughly in accordance with medical orders.
• Assists 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.
• Monitors and observes clients for any change in status. Reports all issues in a timely manner to the PD, SPD (if needed), and Program Nurse
• Ensures that all the individual's care is completed using best-practice and providing the person with dignity and choice.
• Ensures that ADLs are performed, and assistive devices are in working order and available and ready for use.
• Performs individualized assessments with any change of status and provides skilled nursing interventions, as indicated.

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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 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit

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