Private Duty LPNs Licensed Practical Nurse, Northern CT

Alvita Care; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Alvita Care seeks experienced Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) for Central and Northern Connecticut, offering day and night shifts in home care. Per diem, part-time, or flexible scheduling options are available to fit your current commitments.

Shifts provide 1:1 care in clients’ homes, with duties spanning assessment, care coordination, and discharge planning. CT LPN licensure and CPR/BLS certification are required, plus at least one year of LPN experience.

Qualifications

• Valid CT LPN licensure.
• BLS, ACLS, or CPR certification required.
• Minimum of 1 year LPN experience.
• Ability to explain physician instructions clearly.
• Strong organization and multitasking skills.
• Experience with diverse patient populations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Consult with management on complex cases.
• Monitor and assess patient condition and care plan effects.
• Oversee care provided by LPNs and paraprofessionals.
• Coordinate patient discharge from service.
• Ensure orders and communications meet regulatory standards.
• Communicate with physician and coordinate caseloads.

Skills

Gentle patient handling

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Medical terminology

Education

CT LPN licensure

BLS/ACLS/CPR certification

Job description

Alvita Care is seeking experienced, Licensed Practical Nurse LPN's for Central and Northern Connecticut!

Details

• Clients throughout Central and Northern CT requiring shifts from 6hrs, 8hrs to 12hrs.
• Day and Night Shifts Available,
• Work with us Per Diem. Part-time or around your current work schedule
• Shifts are assigned to provide 1:1 care in the home environment

Qualifications

• CT LPN licensure.
• BLS, ACLS, or CPR certification.
• Minimum of One (1) year demonstrated experience as an LPN
• Ability to put patients at ease and explain physician's instructions.
• Ability to multi-task with excellent organization skills.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Team player and ability to work independently
• Valid driver's license or NYS Non-Driver photo ID card, required
• Drivers preferred!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Consult with Management on complex/unique cases
• Monitor/Assess patients/clients' condition, effects of the care plan,
• Oversees/supervises the care provided to the patient by Licensed Practical Nurses and Paraprofessionals.
• Manages, plans, coordinates and executes the patient's safe discharge from service.
• Ensures that physician’s orders, discharge summary and communication to team members, patient and family members adhere to company and regulatory requirements.
• Communicates and consults with patient's MD with all manners when needed, manage and coordinate all aspects of assigned caseload.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living
• Documents content and process of all services provided in internal system properly.
• Transport/utilize medical equipment to and from clients/patients’ home/facilities. Travel to patient/clients' homes and/or other facilities.
• Perform other related duties and participates in special project, as assigned.

Company Overview

www.alvitacare.com

Alvita Care is a mission-driven Home Healthcare & Personal Care Agency with four branches and over 500 caregivers. We provide relief and assurance to family members in the areas of In-Home Personal Care, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Palliative & Hospice Care, and Geriatric Care Management and have earned The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval. Alvita Care clients are all private-pay and we do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.

As we expand our circle of care, we are seeking top-notch caregivers to service our Connecticut needs. We have private-duty one‑one care cases available as well as facility based care cases.

All applicants are subject to a phone screening to determine compatibility and overall availability of accommodations for both the caregiver and the agency. Please note that cases with Alvita Care are only available to caregivers who successfully complete the onboarding process.