Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse – Evening – Full-Time- 32 Hours
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Licensed Practical Nurse reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient–centered care, under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Communicates, as appropriate, the patient’s clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION
∙ Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN Program and must have and maintain current a License as Practical Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
COMPETENCIES
∙ Must maintain clinical competency required for area of assignment including Basic Cardiac Life Support
∙ Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. ∙ Possesses basic computer skills.