LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse (NIGHT SHIFT)

Masonicare Corp•Shelton, CT

1d•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to assigned patients in assigned areas under the supervision of a registered nurse, using evidence-based nursing practices. The role serves residents receiving long-term, short-term, and rehabilitation care and provides services in keeping with person-centered care principles, including dignity, respect, compassion, coordinated support and treatment, and personalized care. The nurse administers medications and treatments, teaches residents, implements interdisciplinary care plans, contributes data to care plan development, communicates with residents, families, colleagues, and the interdisciplinary team, and documents care accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record. The nurse also supervises CNA care, participates in education and quality improvement activities, follows the Diligent Minimal Lift Program, and performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for practical nursing.
Current Connecticut license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.
Ability to work as part of a team and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to speak, read, and write English to communicate with patients, residents, and clinical staff.
Ability to interact effectively with residents and staff.
Organizational skills.
Ability to use a personal computer or CRT to input and retrieve patient information.
Familiarity with care plan development.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting.

Responsibilities

Provide age- and need-appropriate nursing care, including medication and treatment administration, teaching, and implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan.
Contribute to care plan development by collecting and recording data on an ongoing and systematic basis.
Communicate and collaborate with residents or patients, families, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members to meet resident or patient and unit needs.
Document accurate, pertinent, and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner according to regulations and facility policies and procedures; use the Electronic Medical Record competently.
Supervise care provided by CNAs to ensure compliance with the interdisciplinary care plan and resident profile.
Participate in educational programs, in-services, meetings, and workshops; use current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge; attend required annual in-services.
Participate in quality improvement programs as directed.
Follow the standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
Perform other duties as required.