Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part Time

Artis Senior Living; Branford (CT); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their dynamic team. In this part-time role, you will provide essential clinical support to residents with Alzheimer's and dementia, ensuring their comfort and safety. Your responsibilities will include administering medication, conducting resident assessments, and supervising care partners. This role offers a flexible schedule across various shifts, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of the elderly. Join a company that values its employees and fosters a supportive environment, where your contributions will help enhance the quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

• Must possess current LPN or LVN designation.
• Experience in rehabilitative or geriatric nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication and document care provided.
• Oversee self-administered medication management program.
• Provide emotional support and ensure resident safety.

Skills

Clinical Monitoring

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Emotional Support

Geriatric Nursing

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) designation

Continuing Education Credits

Job description

*Starting pay is $32 / hour!
*This is a part time position offering a flexible schedule on 1st shift (7am-3pm), 2nd shift (3pm-11pm), OR 3rd shift (11pm-7am). Every other weekend is required!

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide clinical monitoring and support for residents with Alzheimer's/Dementia. Ensures that all restorative, support and preventative measures are met in accordance with applicable state laws and regulations. Experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia or behavioral health conditions, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role.

Working at Artis Senior Living, you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family! We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will:

• Take an active role in resident assessments, development of service plans, and daily care.
• Oversee and implement the self-administered medication management program for residents.
• Administer medication and/or treatment to residents in accordance with physician orders.
• Document and report care provided and resident observations including unusual or significant changes in physical, mental, or behavioral conditions.
• Provide emotional support, physical comfort and ensure ongoing safety of residents.
• Supervise Care Partners and Home Health Aides in providing resident care in accordance with State, Federal and Artis guidelines.
• Ensure residents receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes their individual needs and rights.
• Assist in the marketing of the community by touring and participating in public relation events; establishing relationships with potential resident referral sources.
• Assist with resident move-ins and relocations, help residents acclimate to their new surroundings and community personnel.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education Requirements:

• Must possess current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) designation as granted by State Board of Nursing.
• Fulfill and maintain continuing education credits as required by state.
• Experience in rehabilitative or geriatric nursing is preferred.