Job Description

Under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing quality care to resident of assigned neighborhood. The LPN functions as a professional caregiver who is accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating all aspects of resident care, including physical, psychosocial and environmental needs. Performs all job responsibilities according to Duncaster's Policies & Procedures.

Job Duties

The following description of job responsibilities and standards are intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

• Contributes to the achievement of excellence through the quality and care values of the mission of Duncaster.
• Administers medications accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Documents according to nursing practice standards and Duncaster policies and procedures.
• Provides treatments to residents according to physician orders and Duncaster policies and procedures.
• Provides for physical comfort and a safe environment.
• Follows infection control, bloodbourne pathogens and hazardous materials policies and procedures.
• Protects residents' rights, confidentiality and dignity.
• Accurately carries out physician/provider orders in a timely fashion.
• Initiates, implements and evaluates care plans/MDS on an ongoing basis.
• Accurately completes admission and discharge procedures.
• Coordinates staff and resident care appropriately to meet resident needs.
• Willingly participates in organizational/professional activities.

Education and Experience

• Requires licensing as a Licensed Practical Nurse licensed to practice in the State of Connecticut.
• Comprehensive knowledge of geriatric nursing care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of principles of nursing, and physical assessment skills.
• Basic knowledge of human relations skills necessary to deal effectively with the geriatric residents, their families, and CHHC staff.
• A minimum of two years of full-time clinical experience in nursing.

Hours

11:00pm-7:30am, 40 hours p/w

What are the benefits?

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Free Access to Aquatic & Fitness Center
• Employee discount lunches

We have a CMS 5-Star Rating with staffing levels above average.

Req. # 1822

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