LPN Licensed Practical Nurse (NIGHT SHIFT)

Masonicare Corp•Wallingford, CT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Masonicare Health Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care for assigned patients and areas under the supervision of an RN, using evidence-based nursing as the standard. The position is based in Wallingford, Connecticut, and is a night-shift role scheduled for 16 hours per week, every other weekend. The LPN provides age- and ability-appropriate care, including medication and treatment administration, teaching, and implementation of interdisciplinary care plans. The nurse contributes to care-plan development by systematically collecting and recording information, collaborates with patients, families, colleagues, and the interdisciplinary team, and completes accurate and timely documentation using the Electronic Medical Record. The position also includes supervising CNA care, participating in education and quality-improvement activities, following the Diligent Minimal Lift Program, and performing other required duties. The employer describes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, work-life balance, and career growth opportunities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for practical nursing.
Current State of Connecticut license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care appropriate to residents’ or patients’ ages, needs, and abilities under RN supervision.
Administer medications and treatments, provide teaching, and implement interdisciplinary care plans.
Contribute to care-plan development through ongoing, systematic collection and recording of data.
Communicate and collaborate with residents or patients, families, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members to meet patient and unit needs.
Document accurate, pertinent, and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner, and competently use the Electronic Medical Record.
Supervise CNA-provided care to ensure compliance with the interdisciplinary care plan and resident profile.
Participate in educational programs, in-services, meetings, and workshops, and use current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge.
Attend all annual mandatory in-services.
Participate in quality-improvement programs as directed.
Follow the standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
Perform other duties as required.