LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Resources For Human Development; Whitneyville (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for an hourly, full-time role in Hamden, CT. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to helping individuals live healthier, more independent lives.

You will provide oversight, coordinate health needs, maintain nursing documentation and medication records, and collaborate with nursing staff and program teams while ensuring confidentiality and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a current Connecticut nursing license
• Verification of eligibility to practice in Connecticut
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Required FBI and other background clearances
• Completion of all training requirements associated with licensure
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight, coordination, and intervention for health-related needs of program participants
• Maintain nursing documentation and medication records
• Assist individuals in understanding their medications and ensure proper medication administration and documentation in the electronic MAR system
• Provide direct nursing care including wound care, tracheostomy care, diabetic counseling, and related health services
• Assess individuals' physical health and emotional well-being
• Collaborate with nursing staff, program staff, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Communicate significant health concerns to nursing leadership and program management
• Maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy and dignity of individuals receiving services
• Support the overall health, safety, and wellness of participants throughout the program

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Professional

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Detail-Oriented

Committed to Helping Others

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a current Connecticut nursing license

Job description

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LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE-HOURLY

Regular Full Time Professional Hamden, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 9780

Help People Heal

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We're seeking compassionate, dedicated nursing professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others live healthier, more independent lives.

Whether you're bringing years of nursing experience or seeking a mission-driven healthcare career, we provide the support and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

About Resources for Human Development

Resources for Human Development is dedicated to improving lives through person-centered services and supports. Our nursing professionals play an essential role in promoting the health, safety, dignity, and well-being of the individuals we serve while helping them achieve greater independence and quality of life.

Why Join Our Team?

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Promote Health and Wellness
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will:

• Provide oversight, coordination, and intervention for health-related needs of program participants
• Maintain nursing documentation and medication records
• Assist individuals in understanding their medications and ensure proper medication administration and documentation in the electronic MAR system
• Provide direct nursing care including wound care, tracheostomy care, diabetic counseling, and related health services
• Assess individuals' physical health and emotional well-being
• Collaborate with nursing staff, program staff, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Communicate significant health concerns to nursing leadership and program management
• Maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy and dignity of individuals receiving services
• Support the overall health, safety, and wellness of participants throughout the program

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Professional
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Detail-Oriented
• Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

Required

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a current Connecticut nursing license
• Verification of eligibility to practice in Connecticut
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Required FBI and other background clearances
• Completion of all training requirements associated with licensure
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Preferred

• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Experience in community-based healthcare or residential services
• Experience with electronic medication administration and documentation systems

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Flexible scheduling based on program needs
• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability may be required
• Additional hours may be available based on operational needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs
• Ability to reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions
• Ability to use computers, mobile devices, and agency software systems
• Ability to operate a vehicle and travel between service locations as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Some jobs pay the bills.

Some jobs build careers.

This job helps people live healthier, more independent lives.

If you're looking for meaningful work where your compassion, clinical skills, and dedication make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.

About Our Organization

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is part of the Inperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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