LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse (Weekends)

National-Health-Care-Associates,-Inc.; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan (10%)

Training & mentorship

Growth opportunities

Supportive environment

Meaningful care impact

Job summary

The Cambridge team, affiliated with National Health Care Associates, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate care to our aging residents on weekends.

You will administer medications, monitor vitals, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and support CNAs while upholding regulatory standards. Competitive pay starts at USD 35.50 per hour, with opportunities for training and professional growth in a Great Place to Work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid state LPN license required.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
• Experience with medication administration and vital signs.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor and record patient vital signs and medical information.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to implement care plans.
• Provide wound care and nursing interventions as needed.
• Supervise and support CNAs in delivering care.

Skills

LPN license

Compassionate care

Vital signs monitoring

Team collaboration

Medication administration

Education

LPN license

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Cambridge 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: 2428 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield, Connecticut, 06825

LPN

Part-Time Weekends

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 Cambridge team enjoys:

• 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

Rate of Pay

Starting from USD $35.50/Hr.

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.