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JOB TITLE: Licensed Practicing Nurse (LPN) 3-11 every other weekend
REPORTS TO: Director of Nursing
SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Hourly
Few jobs offer the opportunity to make a difference in another person life every day. That is what Nurses' do here at Elim Park!
Our very unique environment as a non profit allows us to empower all staff with the abilities to give exceptional care. Our benefits, amenities and stability is unmatched. Check out our web site at elimpark.org.
General Description:
Under the direction of RN, has thorough knowledge of principles, methods and techniques involved in performing general nursing duties. Ability to evaluate change in condition and respond to all emergency situations within the guidelines of good nursing practice.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Demonstrates the ability to evaluate people, situations, relationships.
2. Demonstrates resourcefulness and ingenuity.
3. Willingness to perform a variety of tasks which may not be conducive to strict nursing care.
4. Demonstrates interest in continuing education, not necessarily formal classes.
5. Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may become necessary or as directed by the supervisor.
Key Characteristics:
1. Demonstrates, neatness, accuracy and dependability.
2. Contributes, develops and carries out new ideas.
3. Demonstrates an ability to work with others.
4. Ability to work independently.
5. Ability to work in cost and time efficient manner.
6. Teaches skills and knowledge to new staff.
7. Wears appropriate clothing/uniform. Appearance is neat and well kept.
8. Relates well with residents; is friendly and pleasant.
9. Demonstrates good safety habits- uses equipment appropriately.
10. Attendance/punctuality- comes to work as scheduled and on time.
11. Attends required in-services.
Work Area and Working Conditions:
Professional Qualifications:
1. Graduate of accredited School of Nursing.
2. Current registration or license in the State of Connecticut.
3. CPR and IV certified.
4. Thorough knowledge of infection control policies and procedures and universal practices.
5. Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
6. Must have knowledge of geriatric nursing with the desire and compassion to practice safe and effective care.
7. Must be willing to attend inservices and perform a variety of simple tasks, which may not be conducive to strict nursing care.
8. Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may become necessary or as directed by the DNS or supervisor.
Physical Requirements:
Equipment to be used:
Key Accountabilities:
1. Demonstrates the ability to contribute to resident care conferences and develop and implement care plans.
2. Demonstrates ability to maintain safe IV therapy.
3. Demonstrates knowledge, understanding, and ability to use diagnostic equipment, i.e. Protime, EKG, glucometer, feeding pump, Doppler, O2 saturation, etc.
4. Demonstrates ability to recognize resident’s functional limitations and provide teaching and support to the resident and family.
Full Time
Civic & Environmental Advocacy
$51k-63k (estimate)
04/26/2023
06/01/2024
elimpark.org
CHESHIRE, CT
25 - 50
1906
Private
RAY ADAMS
$5M - $10M
Civic & Environmental Advocacy
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