LPN Licensed Practical Nurse (DAY SHIFT) at Masonicare Corp

Wallingford, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

36.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing Care, Medication Administration, Treatment Administration, Care Plan Implementation, Data Collection, Communication, Collaboration, Electronic Medical Record, Supervision, Quality Improvement, Inservice Participation, Minimal Lift Program Adherence

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

LPN Licensed Practical Nurse (DAY SHIFT) Masonicare Health Center - Wallingford, CT Day Shift 16hrs/wk/EOW Provides nursing care under the supervision of an RN, for assigned patients in assigned areas practicing Evidence-Based nursing as the standard. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Provides nursing care appropriate to the age, needs and abilities of the resident/patient including: a. Medication & treatment administration b. Teaching c. Implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan. 2. Contributes to the care plan development by collecting and recording data in an ongoing and systematic manner. 3. Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents/patients, families, colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team to meet resident/patient and unit needs. 4. Documents accurate, pertinent and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner as required per regulation / facility P&P. Competently uses Electronic Medical Record. 5. Supervises the care provided by the CNA's to assure compliance with the interdisciplinary care plan and resident profile. 6. Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge. Attends all annual mandatory inservices. 7. Participants in quality improvement programs as directed. 8. Follows standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program. 9. Performs other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for practical nursing Experience: 1+ years clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting preferred. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current State of CT license to practice as a licensed practical nurse. Day Shift 16hrs/wk/EOW

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under RN supervision, administering medications and treatments, and implementing the interdisciplinary care plan for assigned patients. This role also involves contributing to care plan development through data collection and effective communication with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.