Licensed Practical Nurse (3p-11p or 7p-7a)

Hospital for Special Care; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Leadership development programs

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Hospital for Special Care is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their Chronic Care team. This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care while collaborating with a dedicated interdisciplinary team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Applicants must be graduates of an accredited LPN program and possess a current Connecticut license. The position promises professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited licensed practical nurse program.
• Current licensure as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Connecticut.
• Minimum one year LPN experience in a medical/surgical or long-term care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals with complex medical needs.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to assess patient needs.
• Implement individualized care plans and monitor patient progress.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Collaboration with interdisciplinary team

Monitoring patient progress

Education

Graduate of an accredited licensed practical nurse program

Current licensure as a licensed practical nurse in Connecticut

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Position Location: Hospital for Special Care
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work Shift: First Shift
Department: Staffing Resources

We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work, providing exceptional care to each patient each and every day! Join an Award-Winning Nursing Team. Hospital for Special Care is proud to be recognized as one of only 30 large healthcare organizations in the nation to earn the Top Workplaces for Nursing designation, reflecting our commitment to nursing excellence, employee engagement, and a supportive work environment. As one of the country's largest free-standing long-term acute care hospitals, HFSC is nationally recognized for providing exceptional rehabilitative and chronic disease care. Our nurses play a vital role in helping patients achieve their highest level of independence while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Position Summary

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) on our Chronic Care team, you'll provide compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals with complex, long-term medical needs. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you'll collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to assess patient needs, implement individualized care plans, monitor patient progress, and support positive clinical outcomes. At HFSC, you'll build lasting relationships with patients while gaining opportunities to expand your skills and explore career growth across our specialty programs.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited licensed practical nurse program
• Current licensure as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Connecticut

Preferred:

• Valid/Current CPR certification - required within three months of employment
• Minimum one year LPN experience in a medical/surgical or long-term care setting

Why You Will Love Working at HFSC

• Mission-driven care: Be part of a team that helps patients rebuild their lives after serious illness or injury
• Growth & development: Tuition assistance and leadership development programs
• Collaborative culture: Work alongside dedicated professionals who share your passion for exceptional care
• Comprehensive benefits: Competitive pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, generous paid time off, and retirement plan
• Work-life balance: 8 or 12 hour shifts full-time or part-time
• Free onsite parking

At HFSC, we are a family. Each person who is a part of our team of 1,300 employees and volunteers offers unique talents and perspectives. We all believe in keeping the same shared value of making our patients the center of what we do. By combining all of our unique skills and shared values we are able to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients. We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a competitive benefits package.