Licensed Practical Nurse

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Regular Full Time Professional Hamden, CT, US

12 days ago Requisition

Connecticut
Resources for Human Development (RHD)
Full-Time
Daily Pay Available

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

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is part of the Inperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.