LPN Licensed Practical Nurse - Homecare
About The Position
Masonicare Home Health & Hospice is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide skilled nursing care to ill or injured patients in their homes, hospitals, or extended-care facilities. The LPN works under the direction of the Nurse Case Manager and/or Clinical Manager in home-care cases, and under the institution’s shift supervisor when working in an institution. The role serves adult, geriatric, pediatric, and neonatal clients and includes coordinating care, performing and documenting procedures and treatments, communicating patient observations and concerns, supporting socialization and education, and maintaining accurate computer records and reports. This is a day-shift position for 40 hours per week in the Norwich, Connecticut area.
Requirements
- Graduate of an NLN-accredited school of nursing.
- Current State of Connecticut Practical Nurse license.
- One year of acute-care experience.
- Current driver's license.
- Reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous home-care experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate care with community and agency resources and with the designated registered nurse on a regular basis.
- Receive client assignments and reports for adult, geriatric, pediatric, and neonatal clients from a registered nurse or designee.
- Perform procedures and treatments accurately and document them appropriately.
- Communicate client-care issues, observations, and concerns to the designated registered nurse or Clinical Manager in a timely manner.
- Coordinate care with the Nurse Case Manager.
- Assist clients in meeting socialization needs.
- Promote education for clients, their families, and the community.
- Enter patient and job information into the computer accurately and on time to support service delivery and the creation of time sheets, required patient and employment documents, and reports.
- Communicate effectively and tactfully with clients, recognizing their age, cultural diversity, needs, abilities, and physical condition.
- Report to work on time, use time off appropriately, and complete annual education and medical requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager or designee.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Matching 401(k) retirement plan
- Work-life balance
- Career growth opportunities
- Competitive pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
