LPN - FT - Westport

Hospital for Special Surgery; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 54,208 - 55,007; Full time

Job summary

Hospital for Special Surgery seeks a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Westport, CT. You will provide patient care and assist physicians in a supportive role within the practice.

This position requires a CT State license, BLS certification, and a minimum of one year of acute care experience. Working under supervision, you'll help maintain patient flow and deliver high-quality service, contributing to our mission of excellence.

Join us in a dynamic environment committed to growth and success.

Qualifications

• Current CT State registration and license required.
• Minimum one year acute or sub-acute care experience preferred.
• Proficiency in patient vitals, BP, temperature, venipuncture.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients in the physician office setting.
• Assist physician in treatments and procedures.
• Oversee patient flow and maintain organized professional environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

BLS certification

Knowledge of orthopedic practices

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing

Job description

## LPN - FT - WestportApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Westport, CTtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR2026-105468**How you move is why we’re here. Now more than ever.**Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.**Emp Status**Regular Full time**Work Shift****Compensation Range**The base pay scale for this position is $39.35 - $39.93. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.# **What you will be doing****How you move is why we’re here. ** **Now more than ever.**Get back to what you need and love to do.The possibilities are endless...Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.If this describes you then let’s talk!HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by *U.S. News & World Report*. As a recipient of the *Magnet* Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.**LPN****FT****M-F****8:00am-4:30pm****Overview:**Working under the supervision of a MD, you will provide care to patients in the physician office setting. Your scope of duties will include assisting the physician in treatments and procedures, rooming patients, overseeing patient flow, ordering all nursing supplies and stocking exam rooms. You will create and maintain medical protocols set in the office. Proficiency in patient vitals, BP, temperature venipuncture, proper cast removal, suture and staple removal a must. Strong knowledge of orthopedic practice procedures such as diagnosis, cpt codes, crutches, canes, cam walkers are essential. You will be responsible for delivering excellent customer service, establishing and maintaining and organized professional environment. Your hours will vary. You must be extremely flexible.Your ability to promote the highest standards of patient safety and respond to patients and families with consideration and compassion is critical to the mission of HSS.The successful candidate will be a graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Current CT State registration and license is required coupled with BLS certification required. Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting are essential. Minimum one year acute or sub-acute care experience preferred.