Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN Orthopedics

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Day Kimball Medical Group Orthopedics – Kennedy Drive Full-Time Day Shift job in Putnam, CT.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Summary:


As the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will be responsible for, functioning as office nurse and helping to maintain a smooth operation of the daily routine by performing a variety of clinical duties to allow quality time between patient and physician. Monitoring and managing medications, patient rooms, State vaccines, medical equipment and supplies, laundry, education booklets and information. Providing management of assigned doctors’ and/or nurse practitioners’ patients, i.e., callbacks, and test results, under their specific directions.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Pharmacy Plan
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• HSA or FSA accounts
• Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
• 401K Plan with match
• Vacation Time
• Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists their provider by documenting chief complaint, essential data, i.e., height, weight, blood pressure, head circumference.
• Maintains an even distribution of patients for the assigned nurse practitioner or pediatrician and keeps the assigned rooms properly supplied of medical, as well as educational material.
• Assist patients to Xray, lab or ED when needed.
• Set up Nebulizer treatments and monitors patient.
• Responsible for documentation in medical record and completion of school or camp forms.
• After consultation with provider, reinforces education and health information with parent/guardian/patient.
• Answers a variety of medical questions or refers them to the doctor or nurse practitioner when necessary.

Licensed Practical Nurse (
LPN)

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Current license to perform as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Connecticut required.
• High School Diploma Required – College Course Preferred
• Two years as Licensed Practical Nurse in hospital or office setting required

Why Choose Day Kimball Health? The Care You Need. Close to Home.
For nearly 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees.

We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.
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Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in Northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care? Join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference!