Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Internal Medicine - Cambridge
Company: Atrius Health
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Atrius Health is a nonprofit healthcare leader delivering a
system of connected care that enables us to know our patients
better so that we can serve them well. Across 32 clinical
locations, more than 50 specialties and 825 physicians, we provide
proactive, customized care to more than 720,000 adult and pediatric
patients across eastern Massachusetts. The Atrius Health practices
including Dedham Medical Associates, Granite Medical Group, Harvard
Vanguard Medical Associates and PMG Physician Associates - together
with VNA Care - work in collaboration with hospital partners,
community specialists and skilled nursing facilities, to develop
innovative and effective ways of delivering care in the most
appropriate setting, making it easier for patients to be healthy.
We believe that by establishing a solid foundation of knowledge,
understanding and trust with each of our patients, we enrich their
health and enhance their lives. SUMMARY Under the direction and
supervision of a Department Chief, Nurse Leader or designee, this
licensed practical nurse provides direct patient care, meeting both
psychological and physical needs of the patients and families.
Practices within scope of practice in accordance with
organizational policies and procedures. Administers medications and
performs procedures in accordance with clinician orders and
department/specialty/organizational policy, and procedures.
Contributes to the continuity and quality of care of the patient
while fostering the best interest and well-being of patients and
their families. Identifies those situations requiring clinical
judgment and decision making and escalates these issues to
clinicians. EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Graduate of a
state-approved school of practical nursing. Possess a current
license to practice as a practical nurse in the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required
based on specialty. EXPERIENCE Strongly prefer minimum of 1 year of
nursing experience. Experience with an electronic medical records
system required. SKILLS Strong interpersonal, organizational and
communication skills. Up to date with current standard of nursing
care in Specialty. Consistent and accurate in documentation and
follows documentation policies. Demonstrates ability to prioritize,
multitask and work in a rapidly changing environment with multiple
demands. Demonstrates excellence in practice, documentation and
cost effective care utilization. Maintain high patient
satisfaction. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Fluent
in basic computer skills. Atrius Health is committed to a policy of
non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients,
employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will
be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national
origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status,
marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual
orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other
dimensions of diversity. Excellent benefits Include: ---Up to 8%
company retirement contribution, ---Generous Paid Time Off ---10
paid holidays, ---Paid professional development, ---Competitive
health and welfare benefit package.
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