Licensed Practical Nurse II

The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking dynamic candidates to fill the role of Licensed Practical Nurse II at the Fenwood Inn. The Fenwood Inn is a 40-bed shelter for unhoused individuals with mental illness. This position serves as the licensed clinical supervisor for the Fenwood Inn Shelter and provides clinical oversight, administers medication, conducts crisis assessments and evaluations, and implements emergency procedures as needed to provide exceptional care to the shelter guests.

Schedule : Monday-Friday 12am-8am, Saturday and Sunday off.

Duties and Responsibilities : (these are a general summary, and not all inclusive)

Direct Nursing Care

• Provides direct nursing care, including medication administration, vital signs, scheduled medical treatments, and basic first aid.
• Observes, records, and reports changes in shelter guests' psychiatric or medical status on a daily basis.
• Administers and documents medications as prescribed; monitors physician orders each shift and completes monthly order summaries.
• Oversees and documents self-medication for guests of the Fenwood Inn.
• Provides daily medication teaching to support shelter guest independence.
• Identifies and provides for guests daily personal care and hygiene needs

Therapeutic Engagement & Client Support

Supervision & Collaboration

Operational Responsibilities

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

LICENSE AND / OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a current and valid license as a practical nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. Current CPR certification.

DMH Mission Statement :

The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental health training and research.

Pre-Offer Process :

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license / certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

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For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4

Qualifications :

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS :

Applicants must have at least one year of paraprofessional experience in the field of nursing as a licensed practical nurse.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Possession of a current and valid license as a practical nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.