Compassionate LPN - Senior Living with Benefits

Benchmark Senior Living; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Discounted Meal Program

Paid Training & Company-provided Unif​

Associate Referral Bonus Program

Physical & Mental Health Wellness

401k Retirement Plan with CompanyMatch

Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Vacation and Health & Wellness PTO

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living in Connecticut is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver skilled nursing care in a warm, home-like setting. You will be part of a team that supports and cares for residents, building strong relationships within a close-knit community.

As an LPN, you will supervise Resident Care Assistants, coordinate with healthcare providers, and ensure safety and quality of care while adhering to state regulations.

Qualifications

• Current state license as an LPN and CPR certification.
• Graduate of an approved LPN program (per state requirements).
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse.
• Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents residents’ status.
• Observes and reports any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the Resident Care Director, physician, family, RCAs, and Executive Director per state regulations.
• Directs and supervises the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants.
• Closely mentors, guides, and directs the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job.
• Coordinates care needs with community providers via an effective case management process.
• Effectively balances service demands with supporting resident independence.
• Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to appropriate sources per state regulations.
• Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system and knows when to call for backup.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

LPN program graduate

LPN licensure

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living in Connecticut is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver skilled nursing care in a warm, home-like setting. You will be part of a team that supports and cares for residents, building strong relationships within a close-knit community.

As an LPN, you will supervise Resident Care Assistants, coordinate with healthcare providers, and ensure safety and quality of care while adhering to state regulations.