LPN- Per Diem

Benchmark Senior Living; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday time-off

Discounted meal program

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Referral bonus

Health & wellness programs

401k with company match

Medical, Vision & Dental benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation time off

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver nursing care to residents in a warm, home-like environment in Connecticut.

The role includes supervising Resident Care Assistants, coordinating care with community providers, and ensuring timely assessment and documentation. A current LPN license and CPR certification are required, with 1–2 years of nursing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current state license as an LPN and CPR certification.
• Graduate of an approved LPN program (per state requirements).
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse preferred.
• Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assess, communicate, and document residents’ status.
• Observe and report any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the Resident Care Director, physician, family, RCAs, and Executive Director per state regulations.
• Direct and supervise the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants.
• Closely mentor, guide, and direct the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job.
• Coordinate care needs with community providers via an effective case management process.
• Effectively balance service demands with supporting resident independence.
• Recognize and assist in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and report to appropriate sources per state regulations.
• Respond to emergencies and personal emergency response system calls, and know when to call for backup.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Education

Approved LPN program

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling.

We are looking for a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team! As a Licensed Practical Nurse, your main role will be to deliver nursing care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home‑like environment. You will be part of a team of dedicated, like‑minded individuals whose support and camaraderie build community, and where long‑lasting relationships with both associates and residents await.

If you possess a dedication to assisting others, take immense pride in your work, and are looking for a remarkable company that aligns with those values, then this opportunity is made for you!

Responsibilities

• Accurately assess, communicate, and document residents’ status.
• Observe and report any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the Resident Care Director, physician, family, RCAs, and Executive Director per state regulations.
• Direct and supervise the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants.
• Closely mentor, guide, and direct the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job.
• Coordinate care needs with community providers via an effective case management process.
• Effectively balance service demands with supporting resident independence.
• Recognize and assist in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and report to appropriate sources per state regulations.
• Respond to emergencies and personal emergency response system calls, and know when to call for backup.

Requirements

• Current state license as an LPN and CPR certification.
• Graduate of an approved LPN program (per state requirements).
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse preferred.
• Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position is highly desirable.

Benefits

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays*
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
• Eligibility may vary by employment status

Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.