Behavioral Health LPN Per Diem

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 38,572 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (per diem) to join our Home Health team in Connecticut. You will work under the direction of a registered nurse to provide nursing care, assist patients with self-care techniques, and prepare clinical and progress notes.

The role requires CT licensure as a Practical Nurse, a valid driver’s license, and CPR certification. Experience in acute care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing Education Program.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in acute care; home care preferred.
• Connecticut LPN license or eligible; valid driver’s license and car insurance when using personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients within scope of practice during home visits.
• Carry out treatments per physician orders and report to RN case manager.
• Notify MD of any changes in patient condition.
• Provide patient and caregiver education per care plan.
• Complete all documentation within 24 hours with changes and follow-up details.
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
• Comply with policies and mandatory requirements, including health-safety standards.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and records.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Clinical knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Practical Nursing Education Program

Tools

EHR/EMR systems

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (per diem) works under the direction of a registered nurse to provide nursing care, to assist the patient in learning self-care techniques and to prepare clinical and progress notes.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. Assesses patients within scope of practice at every home visit.
• 2. Carries out treatments per MD orders. Reports off to RN case manager and/or clinical manager.
• 3. Reports all changes in condition to MD.
• 4. Provides patient/caregiver education as per care plan.
• 5. Completes all documentation within 24 hours. Must include changes in condition, follow-up with provider or other disciplines with supporting documentation.
• 6. Attends all staff meetings, inservices, and all other meetings as required.
• 7. Compliance with all mandatory requirements -inclusive of Healthstreams.
• 8. Follows policies and procedures.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Graduated from an approved Practical Nurses Education Program

Experience

Minimum one year experience in the acute care setting. Home care experience preferred but not required.

LICENSURE

License Practical Nurse with valid (or eligible) Connecticut license required. A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance are required when using a personal vehicle for company business. Access to a dependable vehicle in order to travel to multiple stops a day. CPR certification is required and must be maintained. Candidates who do not have certification are required to obtain it within 3 months (90 days) of hire.

Special Skills

Excellent verbal and written skills. Excellent clinical knowledge. Strong computer skills.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which includes heavy lifting, extensive bending, administering CPR, patient bracing, standing, and stairs. Requires exposure to blood and body fluids, hazardous materials, and communicable diseases.

Additional Information

• The safety of our home care staff in the community is a top priority at Yale New Haven Health at Home! All of our staff have a Safety Alert GPS device, safety alert phone app and have access to an escort service if our security background check and comprehensive safety matrix meets criteria.

YNHHS Requisition ID

187840