LPN, Multispecialty Surgery - Newton at Newton-Wellesley Hospital(NWH) in Newton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

About Us



Newton-Wellesley Hospital is a comprehensive medical center located in Newton. We provide the services and expertise of a major medical facility with the convenience and personal attention of a community hospital. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, safe, efficient medical care to each of our patients.


We are a proud member of Mass General Brigham, a network founded by Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Our affiliation allows us to provide our patients with access to the best community-based medicine and the most advanced specialty care in the world.


Our continued goal at Newton-Wellesley Medical Group is to meet our patients' (and their families'!) health care needs and build long-term relationships that provides them with exceptional care and service.



Location



Newton-Wellesley Hospital main campus (2014 Washington Street, 2nd floor, in Newton, MA)



Schedule



We are seeking a Part- time, 24-hour LPN to support Multispecialty Surgery (multi-specialty surgery support-thoracic, plastic/reconstructive, wound care/ostomy, vascular, endocrine, general surgery, center for weight loss surgery, acute care services, but will primarily be in colorectal support) onsite Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm.



Role Overview



Dedicated to clinical support, our nurses provide professional nursing care while collaborating with providers, staff, patients and families.



Responsibilities may Include:

• Responds to and prioritize incoming telephone calls, and triage appropriately.


• Communicates with patients and family regarding medications, test results, and treatment instructions.


• Schedules and facilitates care for urgent needs.


• Observes, records and reports patient's condition and plan of care to the physicians/provider.


• Documents all patient interventions per unit protocols.


• Participates in patient safety and quality improvement activities.


• Acts as an advocate for patients and families.

Qualifications

Qualifications



When hiring, we look for candidates who possess not only the relevant skills and competencies, but also positive attitudes, emotional intelligence, and genuine passion for this work. The ideal candidate profile is an experienced, adaptable LPN who is confident in their clinical abilities and genuinely enjoys variety.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required


• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required


• CPR training required


• Previous LPN experience, preferably in a community-based ambulatory setting preferred


• Colorectal experience preferred

EEO Statement

Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Apply Now