LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse (DAY SHIFT)

Masonicare Corp.; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Masonicare Corp. at Bishop Wicke in Shelton, CT is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the day shift. This 40-hour/week position includes weekend rotations and a comprehensive benefits package.

Provides nursing care under the supervision of an RN, administers medications, participates in care planning, and documents in the EMR. CT LPN license and 1+ year clinical experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• CT license required to practice as an LPN.
• Experience in hospital or health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care appropriate to the age and needs of residents/patients.
• Administers medications and treatments.
• Educates patients and families.
• Assists in development and implementation of the care plan.
• Documents data in EMR accurately and timely.
• Supervises CNAs to ensure adherence to the care plan.
• Participates in inservices, meetings, and quality programs.
• Follows the Minimal Lift Program standards.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Priority management

English proficiency

Organized

EMR skills

Education

Practical nursing diploma

Tools

EMR software

Job description

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse (DAY SHIFT)

Masonicare at Bishop Wicke - Shelton, CT

Day Shift / 40 hours/wk / EOW

“We are committed to supporting our employees with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, matching 401K retirement plan, work-life balance, and career growth opportunities.”

**Long Term/Short Term/ Rehab**

Summary of Position:

Provides nursing care under the supervision of an RN, for assigned patients in assigned areas practicing Evidence-Based nursing as the standard.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Provides nursing care appropriate to the age, needs and abilities of the resident/patient including:
• a. Medication & treatment administration
• b. Teaching
• c. Implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan.
• 2. Contributes to the care plan development by collecting and recording data in an ongoing and systematic manner.
• 3. Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents/patients, families, colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team to meet resident/patient and unit needs.
• 4. Documents accurate, pertinent and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner as required per regulation / facility P&P. Competently uses Electronic Medical Record.
• 5. Supervises the care provided by the CNA's to assure compliance with the interdisciplinary care plan and resident profile.
• 6. Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge. Attends all annual mandatory inservices.
• 7. Participants in quality improvement programs as directed.
• 8. Follows standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
• 9. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for practical nursing

Experience:

1+ years clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Current State of CT license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.

Key Competencies:

Ability to work as part of a team and to manage multiple priorities; to speak, read and write English in order to communicate with patients, residents and clinical staff; to effectively interact with residents and staff; organized; ability to utilize a personal computer/CRT to input and retrieve patient information; and familiarity with care plan development.

Provides care and services that demonstrate behaviors and the principles of person-centered care including affording people dignity, respect and compassion, offering coordinated care, support and treatment and care that is personalized.

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job, but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

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