Day-Shift LPN for Assisted Living & Memory Care

Masonicare Corp; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Wallingford, CT, US LPN Licensed Practical Nurse (DAY SHIFT) provides nursing care for a select group of residents under supervision, collaborating in the resident services plan. Day shift at Masonicare Ashlar Village in Wallingford, 24 hours per week with every other weekend.

Responsibilities include data collection for care plans, effective communication with residents/families, education for AL procedures, and oversight of medication management with physicians and pharmacists.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing.
• 1-2 years clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting preferred.
• Current LPN license; CPR certification Registration.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the resident care and service plans by collecting data based on age, needs and abilities in an ongoing and systematic manner and participating in regular care planning meetings.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents, families, colleagues and other members of the health care team to meet resident needs.
• Provides education, supervision and counseling to resident and family regarding AL procedures and other care needs.
• Documents accurate, pertinent and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner in the client service record.
• Conducts supervisory visits of resident care assistants, companions and homemakers as required.
• Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge.
• Under supervision of SALSA/RN DESIGNEE and in collaboration with physicians, pharmacists and outside agencies, will be responsible for oversight of medication management including but not limited to ordering, storing, reconciling and preparing medications for administration and/or CNA prompt.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

Wallingford, CT, US LPN Licensed Practical Nurse (DAY SHIFT) provides nursing care for a select group of residents under supervision, collaborating in the resident services plan. Day shift at Masonicare Ashlar Village in Wallingford, 24 hours per week with every other weekend.

Responsibilities include data collection for care plans, effective communication with residents/families, education for AL procedures, and oversight of medication management with physicians and pharmacists.