LPN; Licensed Practical Nurse

Yale NewHaven Health; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for home health services in Connecticut. The role requires assessing patients during each home visit, administering treatments per physician orders, and educating patients and caregivers as outlined in the care plan.

Ideal candidates hold an approved LPN program, CT licensure, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license with car insurance. A minimum of one year in acute care is preferred, with readiness to travel to multiple stops daily.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an approved Practical Nurses Education Program.
• Minimum one year experience in the acute care setting; home care experience preferred.
• LPN license with valid Connecticut license; CPR certification required; valid driver’s license and proof of car insurance for personal vehicle use.
• Candidates must obtain CPR certification within 3 months (90 days) of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients within scope of practice at every home visit.
• Carries out treatments per MD orders and reports to RN case manager or clinical manager.
• Reports all changes in condition to the MD.
• Provides patient/caregiver education as per care plan.
• Completes all documentation within 24 hours with changes in condition and follow-up details.
• Attends all staff meetings and mandatory trainings.
• Follows policies and procedures and mandatory requirements including Healthstreams.
• Maintains and supports high quality patient care and safety.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Clinical knowledge

Computer skills

Patient education

Education

Practical Nurse Education Program

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Licensed Practical Nurse works under the direction of a registered nurse to provide nursing care, to assist the patient in learning self-care techniques and to prepare clinical and progress notes.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1.Assesses patients within scope of practice at every home visit.
• 2.Carries out treatments per MD orders. Reports off to RN case manager and/or clinical manager.
• 3.Reports all changes in condition to MD.
• 4.Provides patient/caregiver education as per care plan.
• 5.Completes all documentation within 24 hours. Must include changes in condition, follow-up with provider or other disciplines with supporting documentation.
• 6.Attends all staff meetings, inservices, and all other meetings as required.
• 7.Compliance with all mandatory requirements -inclusive of Healthstreams.
• 8.Follows policies and procedures.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Graduated from an approved Practical Nurses Education Program

EXPERIENCE

Minimum one year experience in the acute care setting. Home care experience preferred, but not required.

LICENSURE

License Practical Nurse with valid (or eligible) Connecticut license required. A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance are required when using a personal vehicle for company business. Access to a dependable vehicle in order to travel to multiple stops a day. CPR certification is required and must be maintained. Candidates who do not have certification are required to obtain it within 3 months (90 days) of hire.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent verbal and written skills. Excellent clinical knowledge. Strong computer skills.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which includes heavy lifting, extensive bending, administering CPR, patient bracing, standing, and stairs. Requires exposure to blood and body fluids, hazardous materials, and communicable diseases.

YNHHS Requisition ID

191937