Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Per-Diem - All Shifts

Monarch Communities®; Litchfield (CT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

On the job training

Free Parking

Job summary

Monarch Communities is seeking a Wellness Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care to residents with an emphasis on holistic wellness. This per-diem role reports to the Health and Wellness Director (RN) and includes supervising day-to-day nursing activities by HHAs.

You will cover multiple shifts in a Connecticut facility, ensuring safety, compliance with state regulations, and compassionate care for residents including those with dementia.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing with current LPN license.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, home health, or hospital setting preferred.
• Experience with residents with Alzheimer's or related dementias.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and learn nursing practices and regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new applications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health, safety, and well‑being of residents.
• Assist in training and monitoring of medication administration.
• Supervise care staff in line with regulations and policies.
• Maintain clinical quality assurance per standards.
• Promote high-quality service and embody the company mission.
• Conduct thorough resident assessments.

Skills

Multitasking

Regulatory knowledge

Computer skills

Resident monitoring

Team supervision

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Culture and Values

At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Job Description

Led by the community's Health and Wellness Director (RN), our Wellness Nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who provides direct nursing care to the Residents with an emphasis on holistic wellness. They also help supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by care staff of Home Health Aides (HHAs).

Schedule

The Wellness Nurse (LPN) is a Per-Diem position, and we are looking for coverage on all shifts.

Salary Range

$34.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Responsibilities and Duties

• Monitors the health, safety, and well-being of all residents
• Assisting in training and monitoring of medication administration
• Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies
• Maintaining clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state and local standards
• Promote the highest degree of service to our residents while leading and demonstrating the mission of the company
• Conduct thorough resident assessments

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing, with current LPN license
• At least 2 years' experience with long-term care, assisted living, home health or hospital setting preferred
• Experience working with residents with Alzheimer's or other related dementias
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations, and of nursing practices, techniques and methods applied to health and wellness resident
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. Intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

Benefits Offered (Per Diem Employees)

• Flexible Schedule
• On the job training
• Free Parking

Equal Opportunity Statement

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.