LPN Licensed Practical Nurse - Homecare

Masonicare Home Health & Hospice, sponsored by Masonicare, is a trusted not-for-profit healthcare provider dedicated to serving all patients with excellent, affordable, and accessible care.

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides skilled nursing care to the ill or injured in the home, hospital, or extended care facility, working under the direction of the Nurse Case Manager, Clinical Manager, or institutional shift supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with community and agency resources and the designated registered nurse.
• Accept adult, geriatric, pediatric, and neonatal client assignments and reports from a registered nurse/designee.
• Perform procedures and treatments accurately and document appropriately.
• Communicate client care issues, observations, or concerns to the designated registered nurse or Case Manager in a timely manner.
• Assist clients in meeting socialization needs and promote education for clients, families, and the community.
• Document timely and accurate computer entry of patient/job information to facilitate service, time sheets, and required reports.
• Communicate effectively and tactfully with clients, recognizing their age, cultural diversity, needs, abilities, and physical condition.
• Report to work on time, use time off appropriately, and complete annual education and medical requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager/designee.

Requirements

• Graduate of an NLN-accredited school of nursing.
• Current State of Connecticut Practical Nurse license.
• One year of acute care experience required; previous homecare experience strongly preferred.
• Maintain a current Driver’s License and possess reliable transportation.

Schedule

Day Shift / 32 hours per week or 40 hours per week.