LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse (NIGHT SHIFT)

Masonicare Corp•Shelton, CT

1d•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Provides nursing care under the supervision of an RN for assigned patients in long-term, short-term, and rehabilitation settings, using evidence-based nursing as the standard. Care is tailored to residents’ and patients’ ages, needs, and abilities and includes medication and treatment administration, teaching, and implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan. The role supports person-centered care that affords dignity, respect, and compassion and provides coordinated, personalized support and treatment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for practical nursing.
Current State of 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

1+ years of clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care appropriate to residents’ and patients’ ages, needs, and abilities, 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, systematic basis.
Communicate and collaborate with residents, patients, families, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members to meet resident, patient, and unit needs.
Document accurate, pertinent, and comprehensive information in a timely, concise manner in accordance with regulations and facility policies and procedures; competently use the Electronic Medical Record.
Supervise CNA care to ensure it complies 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 mandatory annual in-services.
Participate in quality improvement programs as directed.
Follow the standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
Perform other duties as required.