LPN (PER DIEM)

Masonicare Corp; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Masonicare at Wesley Heights in Shelton, CT is seeking a licensed practical nurse for per diem shifts. Under supervision of the ALSA Director, you will provide nursing care, support resident services plans, and collaborate with the care team to ensure quality resident outcomes.

Responsibilities include data collection for care planning, medication oversight with RN coordination, education for residents and families, accurate charting, and supervision of assistant staff when needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
• 1-2 years clinical experience preferred
• Current LPN license; CPR certification

Responsibilities

• Contributes to resident care plans by collecting data and participating in care planning meetings.
• Communicates with residents, families and health care team to meet needs.
• Provides education, supervision and counseling to residents and families regarding procedures and care needs.
• Documents accurate information in the client service record.
• Conducts supervisory visits of resident care assistants and related staff.
• Participates in education, inservices, meetings and workshops to enhance skills.
• Oversees medication management in collaboration with ALSA Director/RN and others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Judgement

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

Job description

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LPN (PER DIEM)

Employee - Per Diem Technicians Shelton, CT, US

Salary Range: $32.00 To $35.00 Annually

LPN (PER DIEM)

Masonicare at Wesley Heights - Shelton, CT

PER DIEM Summary of Position:

Under supervision of the ALSA Director, provides nursing care for a select group of residents by providing supportive and restorative care, teaching and collaborating in the implementation of the resident services plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Contributes to the resident care and service plans by collecting data based on age, needs and abilities in an ongoing and systematic manner and participating in regular care planning meetings.
2. Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents, families, colleagues and other members of the health care team to meet resident needs.
3. Provides education, supervision and counseling to resident and family regarding AL procedures and other care needs.
4. Documents accurate, pertinent and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner in the client service record.
5. Conducts supervisory visits of resident care assistants, companions and homemakers as required.
6. Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge.
7. Under supervision of ALSA Director / RN Coordinator and in collaboration with physicians, pharmacists and outside agencies, will be responsible for oversight of medication management including but not limited to ordering, storing, reconciling and preparing medications for administration and/or CNA prompt.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
• Experience: 1-2 years-clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting preferred
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current LPN license; CPR certification Registration

Key Competencies: Clinical, organizational, record keeping, and documentation skills. Function independently. Exercise sound judgement-teambuilding skills, excellent oral/written communication skills. Knowledge of ALSA regulations.

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.