Wellness Nurse (LPN) Full-Time - 6:30am - 2:30pm

Monarch Communities • Litchfield, CT

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About The Position

The Wellness Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to residents and supervises the day-to-day nursing activities performed by care staff. The position is full-time, non-exempt, and hourly, with a stated schedule of weekdays and alternating weekends. The posting gives both a 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. title and a 2:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. schedule in the description. Salary is $34–$35 per hour. The nurse reports to the Health and Wellness Director.

The role includes administering medications and treatments as prescribed and under applicable delegation, monitoring residents’ health and safety, maintaining accurate electronic health records, and supporting clinical quality assurance and regulatory compliance. The nurse communicates with care teams, physicians, and families, participates in training, and helps promote the community’s service mission.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• CPR certification.
• Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations and nursing practices, techniques, and methods.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), and ability to learn new applications.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, home health, or a hospital setting.
• Infection Control Preventionist Certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments under the applicable delegation of an RN or LPN.
• Monitor residents’ health, safety, and well-being.
• Assist with training and monitoring medication administration.
• Take and record vital signs and report adverse reactions or changes in condition to the applicable RN or LPN.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date resident documentation and charting using the EHR.
• Maintain clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary care team members, physicians, and family members.
• Promote a high degree of service to residents while demonstrating the company’s mission.
• Attend and participate in scheduled in-service training.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and community policies and procedures.
• Perform other assigned duties, including infection control prevention.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible spending account for commuter and parking expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Resident referral bonus.

What This Job Offers

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