Licensed Practical Nurse LPN: Private Duty

Alvita Care•Milford, CT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Alvita Care is seeking experienced, CT-licensed LPNs whose first language is English and who also speak an additional language (Bilingual) for private duty nursing services. This is a per diem role for Western Connecticut (Fairfield, New Haven, Litchfield County). Ideal candidates are reliable, compassionate, and willing to deliver consistent, one-on-one care. We offer flexible hours with shifts ranging from 6, 8, to 12 hours, available for both day and night shifts. You can work with us part-time, per diem, or around your current work schedule. Shifts are assigned to provide 1:1 care in the home environment. Alvita Care is a mission-driven Home Healthcare & Personal Care Agency with four branches and over 500 caregivers, providing relief and assurance to family members in areas such as In-Home Personal Care, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Palliative & Hospice Care, and Geriatric Care Management. We have earned The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval. Our clients are all private-pay, and we do not accept Medicare or Medicaid. We are expanding our services in Connecticut and seeking top-notch caregivers.

Requirements

Experienced, CT-licensed LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse
First language is English
Speak an additional language (Bilingual)
Minimum of 6 months to (1) year demonstrated experience as an LPN
Ability to put patients at ease and explain physician's instructions.
Ability to multi-task with excellent organization skills.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Team player and ability to work independently
Valid driver's license or Non-Net Driver photo ID card

Nice To Haves

Drivers preferred!
BLS, ACLS, or CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Assess needs of the clients to develop a plan of care
Consult with Management on complex/unique cases
Provide a plan of care with support of the Clinical/Medical/appropriate multidisciplinary members to ensure the services follow the plan of care by assessment, planning, coordination, counseling, teaching and supervision to meet needs of the clients/patients/
Monitor/Assess patients/clients' condition, effects of the care plan,
Oversees/supervises the care provided to the patient by Licensed Practical Nurses and Paraprofessionals.
Manages, plans, coordinates and executes the patient's safe discharge from service.
Ensures that physician's orders, discharge summary and communication to team members, patient and family members adhere to company and regulatory requirements.
Communicates and consults with patient's MD with all manners when needed, manage and coordinate all aspects of assigned caseload.
Assists patients with activities of daily living
Documents content and process of all services provided in internal system properly.
Transport/utilize medical equipment to and from clients/patients' home/facilities.
Travel to patient/clients' homes and/or other facilities.
Perform other related duties and participates in special project, as assigned.