LPN (Brain Injury)

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •LPN in Massachusetts required
• •A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• •Associate's degree preferred
• •Typical Requirements: One to two years supervised practical experience, including internships, in a clinical or rehabilitation setting helpful, but not required
• •Experience working with people with developmental and/or psychiatric disabilities and medical illnesses and other co-occurring disorders preferred
• •Bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience are encouraged to apply
• •Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle
• •If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks
• •A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment
• •Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age
• •have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months
• •must be able to pass a driver's screening background check
• •Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb
• •Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift
• •Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer
• •Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways
• •Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility
• •Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives
• •Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• •CPR required within two weeks of hire
• •Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
• •May be asked to obtain CBIS certification (Certified Brain Injury Specialist)
• •Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living
• •Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed

Desired Qualifications

• •Experience working with individuals with brain injury preferred
• •Strong commitment to the rights and abilities of individuals with brain injury who have complex health issues
• •Knowledge of LPN practice standards and intervention techniques
• •Sensitivity to cultural, religious, ethnic, age, gender, and disability issues
• •Skills and competency to develop supportive, trusting relationships with clients served
• •Knowledge of teaching and learning modalities
• •Ability to supervise and mentor CNAs
• •Knowledge of evidence-based practices and commitment to adherence to such as appropriate
• •Knowledge and use of different communication and learning styles and supervisory techniques
• •Knowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, collaborative skills
• •Knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices
• •Ability to make independent judgments and decisions
• •Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
• •Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment
• •Knowledge of documentation standards requirements
• •Knowledge of proper body mechanics
• •Knowledge of available community health and mental health services
• •Typical Requirements: One to two years supervised practical experience, including internships, in a clinical or rehabilitation setting helpful, but not required
• •Experience working with people with developmental and/or psychiatric disabilities and medical illnesses and other co-occurring disorders preferred