Licensed Practical Nurse

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Pension benefits through Union

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Referral program

Paid training

Flexible schedule

Paid sick time

Retirement plan

Job summary

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center in Hamden, Connecticut is looking for dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide essential nursing care to our residents. You will be responsible for administering medications, documenting patient responses, and ensuring comfort and confidentiality.

We offer full and part-time shifts including evening hours. Candidates must possess an active LPN license and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Up to date first aid and CPR certification.
• Current LPN license required.
• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care and administer medications.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to standards.
• Collect and monitor patient medical history.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

CPR certification

Effective communication skills

Technical proficiency

Education

Current LPN license

Job description

Overview

Shift details: Full and Part Time 3-11pm & 11-7am.

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Pension Benefits through Union
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Referral program
• Paid training

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center is seeking compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Pension Benefits through Union
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Referral program
• Paid training
• Paid sick time
• Retirement plan

Summary of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care. Administer medications and document therapeutic effects.
• Keep resident patient information confidential, follow all policies and procedures, and adhere to federal, state, local requirements, and professional standards.
• Collect, track, maintain, and review patient medical history, charts, and physical condition, including heart rate, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration.
• Assist with resident comfort.
• Prepare and administer injections and/or enemas.
• Collect samples and monitor catheters.
• Provide wound care.
• Help coach staff as necessary.

Qualifications

• Up to date first aid and CPR certification.
• Current LPN license in .
• Exceptional staff training and customer service skills.
• Compassionate and friendly demeanor.
• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality