RN / LPN Per-Diem

Job Description : Position Summary :

The RN / LPN is

responsible for delivering high-quality, individualized nursing

care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning,

implementation, and evaluation. As integral members of the

interdisciplinary care team, RNs and LPNs collaborate with

physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, social workers,

dietitians, and other staff to meet the comprehensive needs of our

patients.

The RN / LPN plays an active role in

culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to

other team members. Each supports the philosophy and mission of

Hebrew Senior Life, recognizing and honoring patient dignity,

autonomy, and choice in all aspects of care.

Position

Responsibilities :

Provide care in accordance with professional standards and HSL core

competencies.

Collaborate

with the care team to develop and revise patient-centered care

plans.

Deliver care under

a primary nursing model, maintaining accountability for assigned

patients.

Utilize best

practices and evidence-based interventions to ensure optimal

outcomes.

Document

accurately in the electronic medical record.

Support autonomy and

individual choice for all patients.

Maintain compliance with

all regulatory, clinical, and organizational policies.

Participate in quality

assurance and performance improvement initiatives.

Engage in shared

governance, committees, and new process development.

Serve as a resource and

mentor to Patient Care Associates and other staff.

Identify and respond to

safety concerns in the unit environment.

Participate in unit

activities such as meal assistance and social events.

Charge Nurse Responsibilities (as assigned) :

Provide shift

reports to incoming staff.

Offer clinical and supervisory oversight during shift coverage.

Delegate team assignments

and supervise care delivery.

Ensure accurate completion

of admissions / discharges.

Attend interdisciplinary rounds (e.g., wound, physician).

Contribute to patient care

assignments, schedules, performance evaluations, and staff

education.

Initiate

required reports (e.g., DPH, incident, concern resolution).

Role-Specific Expectations :

Registered Nurse (RN) :

Holds full

accountability for independent assessments and the development of

individualized care plans.

Supervises LPN and nursing assistant clinical work.

May function independently

in charge nurse roles without RN oversight.

Licensed

Practical Nurse (LPN) :

Collaborates with

the RN for assessment and care planning.

Implements care plans

developed with RN oversight.

May act in a charge nurse

capacity with support and co-signature from an RN.

Initiates reports and

documentation with RN review as appropriate.

Qualifications : For Both RN

and LPN : Graduate

of an accredited school of nursing.

Current Massachusetts

nursing license in good standing (RN or LPN).

Previous experience in a

clinical or long-term care setting preferred.

Strong organizational,

communication, and critical thinking skills.

Demonstrated

professionalism, adaptability, and commitment to person-centered

care.

Computer literacy

and EMR proficiency required.

Excellent verbal and

written English skills.

Preferred for

RN : Bachelor of

Science in Nursing (BSN).

Physical

Requirements

Please refer to the Physical Requirements documents available

through Occupational Health.

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Remote Type

Salary

Range : $32.13 - $48.20