LPN Licensed Practical Nurse (DAY SHIFT)

Masonicare Corp•Wallingford, CT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Masonicare Health Center is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care to assigned patients under the supervision of an RN, using evidence-based nursing practices. The role is based in Wallingford, Connecticut, and is a day-shift position scheduled for 16 hours per week, every other weekend (EOW). The LPN provides care suited to each resident’s or patient’s age, needs, and abilities, including medication and treatment administration, teaching, and implementing the interdisciplinary care plan. The nurse contributes to care planning by collecting and recording information, communicates and collaborates with patients, families, colleagues, and the interdisciplinary team, and maintains accurate and timely documentation using the Electronic Medical Record. The position also includes supervising CNA care, participating in educational and quality-improvement activities, and following the Diligent Minimal Lift Program. The employer highlights competitive pay, a matching 401(k) retirement plan, 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, including medication and treatment administration, teaching, and implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan.
Contribute to care-plan development by collecting and recording data on an ongoing and systematic basis.
Communicate and collaborate with residents or patients, families, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members to meet patient and unit needs.
Document accurate, pertinent, comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner as required by regulations and facility policies and procedures; competently use the Electronic Medical Record.
Supervise care provided by CNAs 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 standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
Perform other duties as required.