Licensed Practical Nurse

We are looking for talented and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our ever-growing team within nursing and healthcare facilities in Waterford, CT.

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) Responsibilities:

• Provides direct nursing care and assist the designated Registered Nurse with planning, implementation and evaluation of care of residents within the framework of the nursing process. Work within the philosophy, purposes, policies and standards of both the Facility and Nursing Department.
• Observe, record and report resident conditions in order to facilitate resident assessments, care planning, therapeutic intervention and evaluation of care.
• Provides direct care to residents particularly in administration of medications, treatments and diagnostic procedures.
• Assists in maintaining an environment that is conductive to the health, comfort and safety of residents and staff.
• Adheres to regulatory and facility policies and procedures, particularly with respect to the proper handling of drugs and controlled substances, infection control, quality of care quality of life, resident rights and protocols for residents behavior.
• Provide basic health information to residents and staff.
• Document observations of resident conditions and care (e.g. blood pressure, ulcer status, responses to medications, incidents/accidents MDS, Monthly ADLs, resident behavior, etc.) as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining needed supplies and equipment on the unit.
• Assist the physician in assessment and treatment activities and cooperates with other disciplines and departments in the interest of residents care and staff relations.
• Manages concerns of residents and their relative/friends in a prompt, courteous and responsible manner.
• Assist in the orientation of other nursing staff to the work environment and unit activities.
• Assist in the evaluation of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNAs).
• Engages in self-growth and development, attend in-service classes as scheduled and keeps abreast of nursing and resident care trends.
• Report all pertinent resident and staff performance information to RN in charge or supervising nurse (UCC).

Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field required; Master's degree preferred
Valid nursing license in the state of CT
 Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role
Strong knowledge of medical terminology, laboratory procedures, and healthcare regulations
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare providers
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations
Proficient in using electronic medical record systems

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged