PRN Licensed Practical Nurse - Westport, CT

CONSTELLATION HEALTH SERVICES • Stamford, CT

1d • $37 - $44 • Remote

About The Position

Constellation Health is GROWING in Fairfield County, CT and is seeking multiple Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join their team on a Per Diem/PRN basis. LPNs are responsible for providing care for clients and patients in their home or community setting. The LPN assists in planning for patient and family care under the direction of the RN and supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care established by the physician, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with team members to achieve positive patient care outcomes. The LPN supports the philosophy, goals, and culture of Constellation Health Services.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse program.
• Licensed LPN in the state of employment.
• At least 1-2 years of LPN experience is a MUST; Home care preferred.
• Have reliable transportation and be willing to commute to provide the best in-home patient care.
• Basic knowledge of iOs operating system.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in managing PleurX Catheters, Foley Catheters, Wound Vac Systems, and Ostomy care a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.
• Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Recognize and interpret symptoms and institute remedial measures within the scope and limits of a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Observes records and reports to immediate supervisor if any changes in patient's condition.
• Participates in coordination of hospice and other home care services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include RN, hospice aide, MSW, OT, PT, ST, Registered Dietician, Spiritual Counselor or Clinical Supervisor.
• Participates in Hospice IDT meetings.
• Implements care to achieve outcomes of comfortable and safe dying and effective grieving for the patient and family.
• Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
• Provides appropriate pain/symptom management.
• Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications.
• Participates in personal, professional growth and development.
• Also, participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement team activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse or clinical supervisor.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• mileage reimbursement
• health insurance
• PTO (must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits)
• Opportunities for professional development and training to advance your career.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment that values compassion and empathy.
• The satisfaction of making a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree