The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (LSH), operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is currently seeking experienced LPN II professionals to join our Med/Surg unit teams. In this vital role, you'll work under the guidance of a Registered Nurse to provide direct, practical nursing care to a diverse patient population, including individuals from the Department of Mental Health (DMH), Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Department of Correction (DOC), Houses of Correction (HOC), and the broader community. As an LPN II, you'll take the lead in coordinating high-quality care by directing ancillary staff and implementing the nursing process to support patient recovery and well-being. */_Please Note:_/*Multiple Shifts available. Full Time and Part Time available. Days off are assigned; work every other weekend. * 7-3:30PM Days * 3-11:30PM Evenings * 11-7AM Nights /*_Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):_*//*__*/ * /Deliver direct bedside nursing care and implement interventions under RN supervision/ * /Administer medications as prescribed; monitor effectiveness and report adverse reactions/ * /Perform technical nursing procedures as directed by RN/ * /Accurately document patient care and intervention outcomes per hospital policy/ * /Monitor and report changes in patient condition to Nurse Manager and charge nurse/ * /Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment in alignment with safety and infection control protocols/ * /Manage and document narcotic administration/ * /Supervise and guide attendant nursing staff during team assignments/ * /Provide on-the-job training to LPN I staff and Nursing Assistants/ * /Participate in patient care planning, team meetings, and community meetings/ * /Engage in ongoing professional development through assigned and elective educational programs/ * /Support departmental safety, risk management, and cost-effective care initiatives/ * /Contribute to performance improvement activities within the hospital and department/ * /Foster a therapeutic milieu and serve as a resource for patients, families, staff, and external partners/ * /Deliver age-appropriate, culturally sensitive care to all patients/ * /Ensure continuity of care through effective hand-off communication/ /*_Required Qualifications:_*//*__*/ * Solid understanding of nursing theories, principles, and the nursing process * Proficient in patient assessment and data collection * Applies evidence-based practices to clinical care * Demonstrates empathy and compassion in patient interactions * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Effective team leadership and collaboration abilities * Skilled in organizing tasks and prioritizing patient care needs * Physically and mentally resilient; able to perform under stress * Leadership potential preferred * Capable of providing training and instruction to staff * Basic knowledge of supervisory principles /*_Preferred Qualifications:_*/ * Familiarity with hospital standards for communication and documentation * Skilled in planning team assignments, nursing interventions, and patient education programs * Accurate reporting and recording of patient symptoms to clinical leadership * Cultural competence in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds * Awareness of available public and private social and counseling service resources /*_About the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital:_*/ Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a fully Joint Commission accredited teaching facility that provides acute, subacute, and ambulatory care to patients referred by public agencies and private sector providers. Shattuck Hospital’s services help economically and socially disadvantaged patients to get high quality, cost-effective care from a staff that respects their dignity. Located in the heart of Boston’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood, the Shattuck Hospital includes 248 inpatient beds including 95 Psychiatric beds and 29 Correctional Health beds. In addition, the Shattuck has a full outpatient clinic with many specialties that offers treatment to patients of the Department of Mental Health as well as Department of Correction and House of Correction inmates and community patients. The Shattuck hospital is on the forefront of substance use disorder treatment including a Suboxone clinic serving 200 patients. In addition to direct medical services LSH hosts and supports an array of services located on the campus, serving patients struggling with addictions and homelessness. /*_Learn more about:_*//**/ what it’s like to work as a DPH nurse /*_Learn more about Shattuck Hospital:_*/https://www.mass.gov/locations/lemuel-shattuck-hospital /*_Relocation information_*//*:*/https://www.mass.gov/service-details/dph-renovation-for-shattuck-hospital-replacement-building /*_Pre-Hire Process:_*/ A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website, http://www.mass.gov If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4 *First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.* MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least one year of paraprofessional experience in the field of nursing as a licensed practical nurse. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a current and valid license as a practical nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing. Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range _*Comprehensive Benefits*_ When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza *An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.* The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. **Job:** **Medical Services* **Organization:** **Department of Public Health* **Title:** *Licensed Practical Nurse II - CONTINUOUS* **Location:** *Massachusetts-Boston-170 Morton Street* **Requisition ID:** *250005YJ*