ALSA LPN

Elim Park Baptist Home; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Elim Park Baptist Home in Cheshire, CT is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Nursing Department on a full-time, hourly basis. Under the direction of an RN, you will provide compassionate nursing care, monitor resident conditions, and support medication management.

We offer a mission-driven workplace with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, life and disability coverage, and PTO for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current CT nursing license/registration and CPR certification.
• Demonstrates good health, stamina and ability to work with elderly residents.
• Team player with positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ALSA admissions and change in condition management.
• Initiate and maintain residents' medication management.
• Evaluate people, situations and relationships; document accordingly.
• Support and supervise line staff; maintain effective communication.
• Communicate with MD, APPRN, nursing staff and scheduler.
• Maintain thorough nursing follow-up and documentation.
• Perform duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Team player

Good communication

Physical stamina

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

CT Nursing license/registration

CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CHESHIRE, CT 06410, Salary Range: $35.00 Hourly, NURSING DEPARTMENT

Job Title

Licensed Practicing Nurse (LPN)

Reports To

Director of Assisted living Services

Salary Classification

Hourly

General Description

Experience a Workplace Where Culture, Wellness, and Purpose Come Together

Step into a uniquely inspiring environment where meaningful work meets a mission-driven culture. As a nonprofit, faith-based organization, we are dedicated to redefining senior living—celebrating life, dignity, and connection in everything we do.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build genuine relationships and witness the impact of your care each day.

• Be part of a mission that matters
• Form meaningful connections
• Thrive in a supportive, values-driven workplace
• Choose a career with purpose and lasting impact

Discover the difference. See it for yourself at Elimpark.org

Under the direction of RN, has thorough knowledge of principles, methods and techniques involved in performing general nursing duties. Ability to evaluate change in condition, initiate and maintain ongoing medication management and respond to all emergency situations within the guidelines of good nursing practice.

Essential Job Functions

• Participating in the process of ALSA admissions, readmissions and change in condition management.
• Initiate and maintain resident’s medication management needs.
• Demonstrates the ability to evaluate people, situations, relationships.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness and ingenuity.
• Demonstrate the willingness and ability to support and supervise the line staff
• Develop and maintain effective communication skills with MD, APPRN, nursing staff and scheduler.
• Strong nursing follows up and documentation skills
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks which may not be conducive to strict nursing care.
• Demonstrates interest in continuing education, not necessarily formal classes.
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may become necessary or as directed by the supervisor.

Key Characteristics

• Demonstrates, neatness, accuracy and dependability.
• Contributes, develops and carries out new ideas.
• Demonstrates an ability to work with others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work in cost and time efficient manner.
• Teaching skills and knowledge to staff.
• Wears appropriate clothing/uniform. Appearance is neat and well kept.
• Relates well with residents; is friendly and pleasant.
• Demonstrates good safety habits- uses equipment appropriately.
• Attendance/punctuality- comes to work as scheduled and on time.
• Attends required in-services.

Professional Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
• Current registration or license in the State of Connecticut
• CPR certified.
• Thorough knowledge of infection control policies and procedures and universal practices.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Must have knowledge of geriatric, home care nursing with the desire and compassion to practice safe and effective care.
• Must be willing to attend in-services and perform a variety of simple tasks, which may not be conducive to strict nursing care.
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may become necessary or as directed by the director of Assisted Living Services.

Physical Requirements

• Good physical and mental health.
• Must be able to lift 50-75 lbs., bend, sit stand and walk intermittently throughout the shift.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak in English in a legible and understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

Equipment to be used

• Computer
• Printer
• all nursing and medical equipment

Key Accountabilities

• Demonstrate the knowledge to be pro-active and preventative in resident’s care.
• Adhere to follow up needs with MD, Pharmacy, residents and family.
• Demonstrates the ability to contribute to resident care conferences and develop and implement care plans.

Benefits

All full-time positions include a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, company-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. Employees who are hired to work more than 14 hours per week are eligible to accrue paid time off (PTO). Additional employee discounts and benefits are offered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elim Park is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.