Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Athena Health Care Systems provided pay range

This range is provided by Athena Health Care Systems. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$40.00/hr - $46.00/hr

We are hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join our dynamic care team at The Tremont Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center in Wareham. Full‑time opening on 7a‑3p and part‑time opening on 3p‑11p. Pay ranges from $40 to $46 an hour, depending on the shift. Evenings, overnights, and weekends come with shift differentials.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization. We are not only committed to delivering high‑quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice, nurturing skills and talents for growth within the company.

• Must be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state, or be in the process of obtaining one.
• New graduates welcome!

• Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident.
• Maintain current resident care plans on all residents under your care.
• Follow physician’s orders; render and/or assist with complete nursing care, treatments, dressings, and other physician orders.
• Transcribe physician’s orders promptly and accurately.
• Review patient records daily to assure accuracy and completeness.
• Document comprehensive and complete nursing notes.
• Visit each resident daily to evaluate resident needs.
• Maintain accurate awareness of residents on the alert list.
• Document and report any unusual or significant findings; contact the physician when necessary.
• Administer medication according to procedure.
• Maintain an accurate and safe control of all drugs for which you are responsible.
• Initiate any and all emergency procedures as necessary.
• Demonstrate correct safety techniques.
• Respect and take care of facility equipment and avoid wasteful use of supplies.
• Contribute to effective communication and pleasant working conditions.
• Promote positive resident and family relations.
• Comply with facility Privacy Practices Policies & Procedures, protecting residents’ individual health information.
• Continue growth and expand job knowledge.
• Demonstrate leadership skills.
• Other duties assigned by manager.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long‑term care.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non‑professional personnel.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care.
• Must possess accurate and comprehensive assessment skills.
• Must be familiar with drug actions and interactions.
• Must have knowledge of restorative nursing rehabilitation policies and utilize them appropriately.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

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