Licensed Practical Nurse

State of Connecticut - DDS North Region; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus $600 on second shift

Professional growth opportunities

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

The State of Connecticut - DDS North Region is hiring multiple full-time Licensed Practical Nurses for the Newington site at 521 Maple Hill Ave. Shifts include 3rd, 1st, and 2nd with 70 hours bi-weekly; some travel between locations may be required.

You will assist doctors and nurses, administer medications, document doses, and lead shift duties as needed. Join a mission-driven agency focused on lifelong planning and meaningful opportunities for those we serve, with competitive pay and

Qualifications

• Active LPN license or temporary permit to practice in CT.
• Experience with individuals who have developmental disabilities preferred.
• Strong ability to perform nursing tasks and document accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and nurses in the general care and treatment of individuals.
• Measure doses and administer medications including insulin injections.
• Document medications using appropriate forms.
• Perform narcotic counts.
• Check and may administer intravenous medications.
• Report changes in individuals to doctors.
• Transcribe doctors medication orders.
• Monitor and assist with general individual needs including personal hygiene.

Skills

Bedside care

Medication administration

Narcotic counts

Documentation

Team communication

Care planning

Education

LPN license (CT)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Introduction

Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking for an opportunity to make a difference? The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) – North Region – is accepting applications to fill multiple full-time Licensed Practical Nurse positions located at 521 Maple Hill Ave, Newington CT.

Position Highlights

• Location: 521 Maple Hill Ave, Newington CT
• Shifts:
  • PCN 19037 – Full-time: Third (3rd) Shift – 70 Hours/bi-weekly – Wednesday‑Saturday: 10:30pm‑7:15am – Regular Days Off: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
  • PCN 18915 – Full-time: First (1st) Shift – 70 Hours/bi-weekly – Wednesday‑Saturday: 6:00am‑2:45pm – Regular Days Off: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
  • PCN 18655 – Full-time: Second (2nd) Shift – 70 Hours/bi-weekly – Wednesday‑Saturday: 2:15pm‑11:00pm – Regular Days Off: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday
  • Must be flexible to meet the needs of the agency
  • May be required to travel between locations

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and nurses in the general care and treatment of individuals
• Measure doses and administer medication including insulin injections
• Document medications using appropriate forms
• Perform narcotic counts
• Check and may administer intravenous medications
• Report changes in individuals to doctors
• Transcribe doctors medication orders
• Perform simple nursing treatments
• Monitor and assist with general individual needs including personal hygiene
• Report on individual conditions and behavior
• Perform duties as Lead or Charge of shift as required
• Perform related duties as required

Benefits

• Base annual salary
• Retention bonus of six hundred ($600) for Licensed Practical Nurses permanently assigned to second shift, paid in July and December, in exchange for one year of service
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance for all employees

Mission

The mission of DDS is to partner with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.

Purpose of Job Class (Nature of Work)

In a state facility this class is accountable for rendering bedside care or mental health services to individuals with physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability in instances where the services of a registered nurse are not required.

Examples of Duties

• Assists doctors and nurses in the general care and treatment of individuals
• Measures doses and administers medications including insulin injections
• Documents medications using appropriate forms
• Performs narcotic counts
• Checks and may administer intravenous medications
• Reports changes in individuals to doctorsEnsures that restraints were applied correctly
• Transcribes doctors medication orders
• Dispenses certain medications in doctor’s absence
• Applies topical medication
• Takes and charts temperatures, pulses and respirations
• Performs simple nursing treatments
• Monitors general individual needs including personal hygiene
• Reports on individual conditions and behavior
• Keeps the unit safe and healthy
• Administers enemas or suppositories
• Performs Foley catheterization care
• Orients individuals concerning medications and their use
• May perform emergency first aid
• May drive individuals to necessary appointments/outings
• Performs related duties as required
• Performs the full range of duties as described in the class specification for the Lead Developmental Services Worker
• Performs the full range of duties as described in class specifications for the Mental Health Assistant 1 or Mental Health Assistant 2

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Knowledge of practical nursing specialties and bedside care, various medications used in conjunction for the care of individuals who have physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability, infection control practices, nutrition and diets, medical and lab sciences.

Considerable interpersonal skills; oral communication and written skills.

Ability to keep records; lead staff.

Minimum Qualifications

License or temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut by the State Board of Examiners for Nursing OR hold a Multistate or Compact Licensed Practical Nurse license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities
• Experience communicating with non-verbal individuals
• Experience with basic nursing skills including, but not limited to: administering medication and nutrition via G‑Tube or J‑Tube; glucose monitoring, insulin administration; respiratory treatments, colostomy; cecostomy; urostomy care; wound care; and catheterization.
• Experience supporting individuals that may exhibit mild to severe challenging behaviors
• Experience communicating internally and externally with a diverse population both over the telephone and in written inquiries
• Experience in Supervision of staff, including providing daily operational direction and work assignments
• Experience using Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Excel, Teams, and Word

Special Requirements

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's license, Public Passenger Endorsement or Commercial Driver's license for designated positions.

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift/restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to some risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals; may be exposed to disagreeable conditions.

Questions and Answers

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to [e-mail].

Additional Information

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Acknowledgement

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.