We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our clinical team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centered nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Physician. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical instincts, strong communication skills, and a heartfelt commitment to maximizing patient comfort, safety, and well-being. Compensation & Schedule
Pay Rate: $50.00 – $55.00 per hour (dependent on experience and shift differentials)
Shifts Available: Full-time and part-time positions open for both Day Shifts and Night Shifts
Duties and Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care: Assist patients with daily living activities, personal hygiene, grooming, and mobility as required by their care plans.
Medication Administration: Safely prepare, verify, and administer prescribed medications and treatments (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular) in strict compliance with state regulations and facility protocols.Vital Signs & Monitoring: Frequently monitor, record, and evaluate patient vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen levels) and overall physical/mental condition. Clinical Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient electronic health records (EHR/EMR), documenting all treatments, medications, and notable behavioral or physical changes. Wound & Treatment Care: Perform wound care, dressing changes, catheter insertions, and specimen collections according to physician orders. Care Team Collaboration: Actively communicate updates regarding changes in patient status directly to the supervising RN or attending physician to ensure seamless continuity of care.
Patient & Family Education: Provide clear, empathetic guidance to patients and their families regarding post-treatment care plans, home exercises, and medication adherence.
Safety & Infection Control: Strictly adhere to OSHA standards, HIPAA privacy guidelines, and facility infection-control protocols to maintain a sterile, safe environment.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
Licensure: Current, active, and unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment.
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification required.
Skills: Strong proficiency in clinical nursing skills, medication administration protocols, and electronic medical records software.
Attributes: Exceptional interpersonal communication, strong problem-solving abilities, high emotional intelligence, and the physical stamina required to lift, bend, and stand for extended shifts.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Cambridge, MA
Salary
$50–$55 Per Hour
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Blood Pressureunmatched
CPR Certificationunmatched
Clinical Assessmentunmatched
Clinical Competencyunmatched
Clinical Nursingunmatched
Clinical Study Publicationsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)unmatched