Licensed Practical Nurse

Oak Hill/Gilead • Plainville, CT

23d

About The Position

Oak Hill is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to assist in maintaining and improving the health and wellbeing of individuals by monitoring health status and providing appropriate treatments to individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities to enable their highest quality of life in terms of their physical, emotional, and mental health while adhering to Oak Hill’s policies and procedures. This person will inspire others and make a life changing impact while achieving professional growth and personal fulfillment. Oak Hill sets the standard, partnering with people with disabilities, to provide services and solutions promoting independence, education, health, and dignity. This role will help expand Oak Hill’s ability to identify and address diverse needs within the community. Along with the individuals we serve, Oak Hill is committed to empowering our staff. When you join our team as an LPN, our team will support you to reach your career goals. We offer professional development, tuition reimbursement, and career pathways that allow you to develop your career while an Oak Hill employee. The LPN at Oak Hill’s Plainville Classroom works 40 hours/week, M-F 7:30a-3:30p and assists in maintaining the health and well-being of students by monitoring health issues and implementing policies, procedures and programs designed to promote health and the educational process. Additionally, the LPN assists in the educational and social development of students under the direction of the Certified Special Education Teacher.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate
• At least age 18
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Provides medical care and treatment required to ensure students’ ability to learn and actively engage in their education.
• Works with educational teams to integrate the health care plan into routine school programs.
• Communicates directly with nurse supervisor, in addition to appropriate contacts, and documenting in accordance with nurse standards and school policy manual
• Assists in implementation of instruction to engage students in rigorous and relevant learning and promote their curiosity about the world at large
• Works with colleagues, students and families to develop a positive school climate that supports student learning.
• Maximizes support for student learning by developing and demonstrating professionalism, collaboration and leadership by engaging in continuous professional learning to impact instruction and student learning.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Generous Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time, Plus Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Oak Hill funds up to 50% in an HSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (Oak Hill contributes 9.5% at no cost to you)
• Free and Low-Cost Life Insurance Options and Free Long-term Disability Insurance
• Excellent Professional Development Opportunities; Tuition Reimbursement; Career Pathways
• Staff Recognition and Appreciation
• Paid Training, Education, and Certification as necessary (including CPR training)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees