LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

10% defined contribution retirement

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Meaningful impact on residents' lives

Job summary

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Ridgefield, CT, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct care to residents during the evening shift. You will administer medications, monitor health status, and support care plans.

Join a Great Place to Work affiliate offering training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth in a compassionate, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with valid state license (LPN).
• Compassionate, patient-focused care for elderly residents.
• Ability to administer medications and monitor vital signs.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Commitment to regulatory standards and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by 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 CNAs in delivering care
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and protocols

Skills

LPN licensure

Medication administration

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation 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: 642 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, Connecticut, 06877

LPN

Full-Time - Evenings 3p-11p

Part-Time - All shifts

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

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Laurel Ridge family will enjoy:

• 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.