Licensed Practical Nurse - Full-Time, Day Shift

Oak Hill/Gilead • Watertown, CT

3d • $30 - $34

About The Position

Oak Hill is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in its Community Programs. The LPN provides hands-on nursing care, monitors health needs, coordinates healthcare services, maintains records, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote health, safety, independence, and quality of life. The position is in Watertown, Connecticut, with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week. It is a union, non-exempt position eligible for overtime, paying $30–$34 per hour depending on 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; 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, consultation forms, and other required documentation; monitor medication inventories and order supplies.
• Assess health concerns and make recommendations about participation in 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, meal preparation, feeding, dietary guidelines, and participation in recreational, vocational, and community activities while promoting independence and dignity.
• Complete nursing notes, incident reports, medical reviews, and other records; participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and provide health updates.
• Comply with Oak Hill, DDS, DPH, HIPAA, and other regulatory requirements, and maintain confidentiality and 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.
• Safely transport individuals to medical appointments, community activities, and other destinations using agency vehicles.
• Communicate and collaborate with colleagues, supervisors, nursing staff, families, and healthcare providers.
• Attend staff meetings, required trainings, certifications, and professional development activities; help orient and mentor new employees as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and shift differential opportunities, where applicable.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree