Overnight Psychiatric LPN – 3rd Shift, Retention Bonus

State of Connecticut; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits

Retention bonus

Career growth opportunities

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System in Bridgeport. The role involves providing bedside nursing care for individuals in psychiatric crisis during third shift (12:15 AM – 8:15 AM) with a focus on safety and collaboration with the care team.

This full-time position offers state benefits, professional growth opportunities, and potential shift/weekend differentials.

Qualifications

• License or temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut.
• Ability to lead staff.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Assists doctors and nurses in the general care and treatment of individuals.
• Measures doses and administers medications including insulin injections.
• Documents medications using appropriate forms.
• Transcribes doctors medication orders.
• Keeps the unit safe and healthy.
• May drive individual to necessary appointments/outings.

Skills

Bedside care

Infection control

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Record keeping

Lead staff

Education

N/A

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Electronic Medical Record

Job description

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System in Bridgeport. The role involves providing bedside nursing care for individuals in psychiatric crisis during third shift (12:15 AM – 8:15 AM) with a focus on safety and collaboration with the care team.

This full-time position offers state benefits, professional growth opportunities, and potential shift/weekend differentials.