Licensed Practical Nurse - Full-Time, Day Shift

Oak Hill•Watertown, CT

About The Position

Oak Hill is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its Community Programs in Watertown, Connecticut. The LPN supports the health, well-being, dignity, and independence of individuals served through clinical nursing care, health monitoring, medication administration, care coordination, documentation, and direct support. The role includes following physician orders, providing prescribed treatments and specialized care such as G-Tube care, responding to emergencies, coordinating appointments, maintaining health records, and communicating with healthcare providers and interdisciplinary teams. The LPN also supports individuals with personal care, meals, dietary guidelines, and participation in recreational, vocational, and community activities. The position requires compliance with Oak Hill, DDS, DPH, HIPAA, and other regulatory requirements; use of safe lifting and transfer techniques and adaptive equipment; and transportation of individuals in agency vehicles. The LPN collaborates with colleagues and families, participates in meetings and required training, and may help orient and mentor new employees. This is a 40-hour-per-week, union, non-exempt position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It is overtime eligible. Compensation is $30–$34 per hour, dependent upon experience.

Requirements

Current Connecticut Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
Valid driver's license and ability to transport individuals in agency vehicles.
Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to pass required background checks, fingerprinting, and pre-employment health screenings.
Ability to complete and maintain required certifications, trainings, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Experience in residential, community-based, long-term care, behavioral health, or human services settings.
Experience with medication administration, G-Tube care, and health record documentation.
Familiarity with DDS regulations and person-centered support practices.

Responsibilities

Monitor, assess, and respond to the health needs of individuals served.
Follow physician orders and nursing directives and administer medications, injections, treatments, and other prescribed interventions.
Monitor vital signs and health conditions, document observations, and support specialized medical needs such as G-Tube care.
Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate emergency care when needed.
Schedule medical appointments and follow-up care, and communicate with physicians, pharmacies, hospitals, guardians, and interdisciplinary team members.
Maintain medication records, nursing notes, medical consultation forms, and other required documentation.
Monitor medication inventories, order supplies, and ensure access to prescribed medications and treatments.
Assess health concerns and make recommendations about participation in daily activities, programs, and community outings.
Observe and report changes in physical, behavioral, or mental status; support preventive healthcare and wellness education.
Implement health-related policies, procedures, and individualized care plans.
Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene, while encouraging independence and dignity.
Assist with meal preparation and feeding support and help individuals follow dietary guidelines.
Support participation in recreational, vocational, and community activities.
Complete nursing notes, incident reports, medical reviews, and other required records; provide health-related updates at interdisciplinary team meetings.
Ensure compliance with Oak Hill, DDS, DPH, HIPAA, and other regulatory requirements and maintain confidential, accurate health records.
Use First Aid, CPR, emergency response procedures, approved lifting and transfer techniques, Hoyer lifts, and adaptive equipment as needed.
Assist with behavior support plans and individualized programming as needed.
Safely transport individuals to appointments, community activities, and other destinations using agency vehicles.
Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, nursing staff, families, and healthcare providers.
Participate in staff meetings, required trainings, certifications, and professional development activities.
Assist with orienting and mentoring new employees as needed and contribute to a positive, mission-driven team environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay and shift differential opportunities, where applicable.
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
403(b) Retirement Plan with an annual Oak Hill contribution equal to 9.5% of eligible earnings, regardless of employee contribution.
Employer-paid long-term disability insurance.
Employer-paid life insurance and voluntary supplemental coverage options.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
Professional development and career advancement pathways.
Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
Mission-driven culture.