Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | 3pm – 11pm | Every other weekend Available

Ocean Meadow Senior Living; Clinton (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Free parking

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Vision insurance

Job summary

Ocean Meadow Senior Living is seeking a caregiver to administer medications and support residents in a long-term care setting in Clinton, CT. The role includes contributing to admissions assessments, documenting care plans, and coordinating with physicians and families.

The position requires LVN/LPN preferred credentials with BLS certification. Shifts include day, evening, and night, with a rotating weekend schedule and on-site work in a geriatric care community.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care settings.
• LVN/LPN preferred with BLS certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and families.
• Willingness to work day/evening/night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications in accordance with Federal and State regulations.
• Contribute to admissions assessments and documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information.
• Notify healthcare providers of health changes and document accordingly.
• Attend required training and staff meetings.

Skills

Medication administration

Geriatrics knowledge

Emergency response

Education

LVN/LPN preferred

BLS Certification preferred

Tools

EMR system

Infection control tracking

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for medication administration for the residents in compliance with Federal & State regulations
• May need to contribute for admissions of new residents to assist all admission assessments and documentation.
• Mau contribute to process of implementing acute and long-term care plans or service plans and/or the collection of data
• May be responsible for clinical system tracking (i.e., wounds or infection control) under the direction of the director.
• Provide general consultation regarding health-related concerns within the community.
• Notify physicians and/or family members of any change in resident’s health and provides proper documentation.
• Respond quickly to all emergencies
• Maintain close communication with all departments and staff members.
• Provide educational meetings for residents and staff.
• Understand roll in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information.
• Attend all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
• Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanour toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Salary

$32.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays

Weekly schedule:

• Rotating weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Clinton, CT 06413: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• LVN (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location

In person