LPN-Medical Surgical-VNA
- PRN / per diem
- BLS
- LPN / LVN license
How this pay compares
This posting states $46.07 an hour. Open licensed practical nurse jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $38.20 an hour, the middle half $34–$40, across 222 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Licensed practical nurses employed in Massachusetts earn a median of $38.57 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Overview
Community Focused. Care Driven.
Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.
Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.
Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!
We are searching for a talented LPN Medical Surgical - VNA
Hours: Per Diem
Shift: Day shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Visiting Nurse Association - Fairhaven, MA; Homecare experience preferred. Team 1 area include: Rehoboth, Somerset, Swansea, Seekonk,Tiverton,Assonet,Raynham, Taunton,Dighton,Berkley, Freetown,
A career at Southcoast Health offers you
- A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
- Generous Earned Time Off Package
- Employee Wellbeing Program
- 403B Retirement Plan with company match
- Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
- Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Manager or designee, provide competent health care to individuals and families in the clinical setting. Promote health maintenance of individuals, families and the community through teaching, counseling, collaborative planning and appropriate preventative and rehabilitative nursing measures.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing is required.
- Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs is preferred.
- One (1) year of nursing experience is required; home care experience is preferred.
- Current LPN Licensure is required in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and may be required in Rhode Island, subject to geographic area assignment.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) & CPR certification is also required.
- Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired
Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.
Pay Range
USD $30.68 - USD $46.07 /Hr.
From Southcoast Health System's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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