Licensed Practical Nurse (35 Hour) (Office/On-site)
State of Connecticut
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The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services – West Region, Southbury Training School, is hiring four full-time Licensed Practical Nurses in Southbury, CT. You will assist physicians and RNs, administer medications, document care, and support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a team-focused setting.
Shifts include 1st shift with varied schedules; travel and a valid driver’s license are required.
Qualifications
- CT nursing license or valid multi-state license.
- Ability to obtain Medical Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services.
- Experience with administering medications and treatments at a large volume.
- Willingness to work nights and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians and registered nurses in general care and treatment.
- Administer medications and treatments; monitor health status.
- Document medications and health changes; maintain records.
- Respond to emergencies and ensure unit safety.
- Perform nursing procedures and support medication education for individuals.
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Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse? Are you looking to start your career in State Service? If so, we invite you to apply to join our team today!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) – West Region, Southbury Training School – is accepting applications for four (4) full-time 1st or 2nd shift Licensed Practical Nurse positions in Southbury, CT.
If you are a compassionate and dedicated nursing professional who is committed to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we invite you to explore this rewarding opportunity with the Department of Developmental Services. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will play an essential role in delivering quality health care, promoting individual well-being, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective treatment.
In this position, you will assist physicians and registered nurses in providing comprehensive care, administer medications and treatments, monitor and document individual health status, and respond to changing medical needs. You will help maintain a safe and healthy living environment, support individuals in understanding their medications and care, perform a variety of nursing procedures, and contribute to emergency response efforts when needed. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day by providing skilled, person-centered care that enhances the health, dignity, and quality of life of the individuals we serve.
PCN 17765
1st Shift | Full-time
Week 1 | Monday - Friday: 6:30 am - 2:00 pm; Regular Days Off Saturday and Sunday
Week 2 | Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 6:30 am - 2:00 pm; Regular Days Off: Wednesday and Friday
However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Will be required to travel.
Will be required to work nights and weekends.
Must have the ability to obtain Medical Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services.
PCN 17522
1st Shift | Full-time
Week 1 | Saturday - Wednesday: 6:30 am - 2:00 pm; Regular Days Off Thursday and Friday
Week 2 | Monday - Friday: 6:30 am - 2:00 pm; Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Will be required to travel.
Will be required to work nights and weekends.
Must have the ability to obtain Medical Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services.
PCN 17247
1st Shift | Full-time
Week 1 | Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 2:30 pm; Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Week 2 | Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 2:30 pm; Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Will be required to travel.
Will be required to work nights and weekends.
Must have the ability to obtain Medical Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services.
PCN 17219
2nd Shift | Full-time
Week 1 | Monday - Friday: 2:00 pm - 9:30 pm; Regular Days Off Saturday and Sunday
Week 2 | Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 2:00 pm - 9:30 pm; Regular Days Off: Tuesday and Friday
However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Will be required to travel.
Will be required to work nights and weekends.
Must have the ability to obtain Medical Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services.
Each Licensed Practical Nurse who is permanently assigned to second and third shift shall receive a yearly “retention” bonus of six hundred ($600). This bonus shall be paid in two (2) installments: In July and December. In order to be eligible for this bonus, the Employee must have completed one year of service in the classification.
- Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
- A healthy work-life balance to all employees!
- The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.
The mission of the Department of Developmental Servicers 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.
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.
- 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 doctors;
- Ensures that restraints are 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.
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES: Performs the full range of duties as described in the class specification for the Lead Developmental Services Worker.
DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES: Performs the full range of duties as described in class specifications for the Mental Health Assistant 1 or Mental Health Assistant 2.
- 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;
- keep records;
- lead staff.
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.
- IV certified
- Experience with all types of feeding tubes
- Experience with tracheostomy care
- Experience with oxygen therapy
- Experience with wound care including wound vac treatments
- Experience administering medications and treatments at a large volume
- Experience with and ability to work independently
- Experience with and strong Computer skills
- Experience working directly with different medical providers
- Experience with scheduling particularly medical appointments
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES: 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.
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.
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.
Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!
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