LPN Wellness Nurse Thursday and Friday

Maplewood Senior Living•Bethel, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Maplewood Senior Living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide medication administration, direct resident care, wellness support, and oversight of care in its residential services department in Bethel, Connecticut. The role includes participation in resident assessments under the supervision of the Resident Services Director (RN), support for residents and families, and training and auditing of care. The position is part-time and scheduled Thursday and Friday. Maplewood Senior Living describes its community as a safe, home-like, luxury environment for seniors and emphasizes making a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. The company offers competitive wages, flexible shifts, growth opportunities, and bonus and incentive programs. A competitive benefits package is available to full-time employees.

Requirements

Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse to practice in the State.
Two years of full-time or full-time-equivalent clinical experience.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including pushing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Ability to maintain positive working relationships with residents, their families, peers, and other staff members.
Good physical and emotional health and freedom from communicable diseases.
Must undergo pre-employment screening, including background, drug, and reference checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or a special interest in working with older adults.
Prior dementia and psychiatric experience is strongly preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

Administer medications.
Provide direct care and services to residents.
Teach and provide wellness counseling.
Promote health.
Participate in assessments under the supervision of the Resident Services Director (RN).
Support residents and their families.
Oversee Certified Nursing Assistants.
Train associates and audit care.
Complete monthly in-service training as required.