LPN Assisted Living

National Health Care Associates; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% retirement plan

Training & mentorship

Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

National Health Care Associates is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care for residents at The Cascades at Stonebridge in Sandy Hook, CT. You will administer medications, monitor residents, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement care plans.

We value compassionate care and clear communication, and you will support CNAs while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality care in a Great Place to Work environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN license in the state of Connecticut.
• Demonstrates compassionate patient care and strong communication.
• Experience with medication administration and basic nursing tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by providers.
• Monitor vital signs and document patient information accurately.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and implement care plans.
• Provide wound care and other nursing interventions as needed.
• Supervise CNAs and support delivery of quality resident care.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and protocols.

Skills

LPN license

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Medication administration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

Job description

A Great Place to Work

The Cascades at Stonebridge is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location

139 Toddy Hill Road, Sandy Hook, Connecticut, 06470

Looking for

• Every weekend 7a-11a
• Wednesday evening 5p-10p

What You’ll Do

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being and comfort of our residents. You will provide direct nursing care, administer medications, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and oversee the implementation of care plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers
• Monitoring and recording patient vital signs and medical information
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans
• Providing wound care and other nursing interventions as needed
• Supervising and supporting Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) in delivering care
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and protocols

If you are a compassionate and skilled healthcare professional looking to make a significant impact on the lives of others in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together, we invite you to join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)!

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications of an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) include:

• Valid state license (LPN)
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Strong clinical skills including the administration of medications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.