Description
This is an open and continuous posting for Full-Time and Part-Time positions on multiple shifts serving the Group Homes throughout the Northeast Region of DDS.
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks compassionate nursing professionals to apply for our LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE I (LPN I) positions.
This is an excellent entry level nursing opportunity for potential candidates who are interested in furthering their career and broadening their nursing experience to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The LPN I is the first level in the series and candidates will deliver care to our individuals living in a community residential home setting.
Our LPNs are an extremely important part of our team, developing relationships and working with, not only our individuals, but family members, significant others, provider agencies and other appropriate parties in order to improve the overall health/quality of living for those supported by the agency.
Please Note: Based on assignment, candidates may be eligible for various pay differentials.
For more information on the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) go to:
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Licensed Practical Nurse I POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING
CITIES & TOWNS:
Acton | Amesbury | Bedford | Beverly | Billerica | Burlington | Chelmsford | Danvers | Georgetown | Haverhill | Ipswich | Lexington | Lowell | Lynn | Maynard | Medford | Methuen | Newburyport | North Andover |North Reading | Peabody | Reading | Saugus | Stoneham | Tewksbury | Topsfield | Tyngsboro | Wakefield | Wilmington | Woburn
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):
Position Requirements:
Agency Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications:
Please Note:
Depending on assignment, some LPN positions may be assigned to locations that require 24/7 nursing staff.
The Department of Developmental Services requires employees in these positions to be able to perform mandatory overtime when circumstances dictate the need.
This position is designated as an EMERGENCY position in the Department of Developmental Services Emergency Plan.
This means that whenever the Governor declares that the Commonwealth is in a state of emergency, you will be required to report to work.
All employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis and must have direct deposit.
About the Department of Developmental Services:
The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members.
DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports.
The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government.
For more information about our agency and programs visit: