Licensed Practical Nurse

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Regular Full Time Professional Hamden, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition

At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We're seeking compassionate, dedicated nursing professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others live healthier, more independent lives.

Whether you're bringing years of nursing experience or seeking a mission-driven healthcare career, we provide the support and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

Resources for Human Development is dedicated to improving lives through person-centered services and supports. Our nursing professionals play an essential role in promoting the health, safety, dignity, and well-being of the individuals we serve while helping them achieve greater independence and quality of life.

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Promote Health and Wellness
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will:

• Provide oversight, coordination, and intervention for health-related needs of program participants
• Maintain nursing documentation and medication records
• Assist individuals in understanding their medications and ensure proper medication administration and documentation in the electronic MAR system
• Provide direct nursing care including wound care, tracheostomy care, diabetic counseling, and related health services
• Assess individuals' physical health and emotional well-being
• Collaborate with nursing staff, program staff, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Communicate significant health concerns to nursing leadership and program management
• Maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy and dignity of individuals receiving services
• Support the overall health, safety, and wellness of participants throughout the program

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Professional
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Detail-Oriented
• Committed to Helping Others

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a current Connecticut nursing license
• Verification of eligibility to practice in Connecticut
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Required FBI and other background clearances
• Completion of all training requirements associated with licensure
• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Experience in community-based healthcare or residential services
• Experience with electronic medication administration and documentation systems

• Full-Time
• Flexible scheduling based on program needs
• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability may be required
• Additional hours may be available based on operational needs

• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs
• Ability to reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions
• Ability to use computers, mobile devices, and agency software systems
• Ability to operate a vehicle and travel between service locations as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

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