Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Per-Diem - 2:30pm-11pm

Monarch Communities•Litchfield, CT

20h•$34 - $35

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care to residents and supervises the day-to-day nursing activities performed by care staff. The role reports to the Health and Wellness Director and is an hourly, non-exempt position. The LPN helps maintain residents’ health, safety, and well-being; supports medication administration and clinical quality assurance; and communicates with the interdisciplinary care team, physicians, and families. The position may also include duties as an Infection Control Preventionist.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
CPR certification.
Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations and nursing practices, techniques, and methods.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), and ability to learn new applications.
Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, home health, or a hospital setting.
Infection Control Preventionist Certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments under the delegation of the RN, or the LPN in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, as applicable.
Monitor residents’ health, safety, and well-being.
Assist with training and monitoring medication administration.
Take and record vital signs and report adverse reactions or changes in condition to the RN or the LPN in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, as applicable.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident documentation and charting using the EHR.
Maintain clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.
Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary care team members, physicians, and family members.
Promote a high degree of service to residents while demonstrating the company’s mission.
Participate in and attend scheduled in-service training.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and community policies and procedures.
Perform other assigned duties, including but not limited to Infection Control Preventionist duties.