Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Stamford, CT

Wilton Meadows Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Wilton CT.,is seeking LPN’S to join our team!

Sign on Bonus up to $3000.00!!!!

Current open Positions:

• 3 pm - 11 pm shift 32 hours & 40 hours shifts available
• 11pm-7am 32 & 40 Hour shifts available
• $3000.00 Sign on Bonus for 40 Hours
• $2500.00 Sign on Bonus for 32 hours

We offer Competitive wages and an excellent benefit package which includes:

• Medical And Dental Insurance
• Weekly Pay
• Paid time off
• 401 k
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Premium pay on holidays
• Paid Holidays
• Shift Differentials

Wilton Meadows currently has a 5-star rating from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services and we are a Quality Award winner from the American Health Care Association.

Located in Wilton, CT, conveniently off the Merritt Parkway, our 148 bed nursing facility, is a leading provider of healthcare services from short-term rehab in the post-acute care realm to long term care. We know the importance of providing quality care. Quality is the foundation of our reputation in the community we serve and ensures the best possible results for those who choose us for their care. Our goal is to continuously improve and provide a caring and growth focused work environment.

Licensed Practical Nurse Requirements and Responsibilities:

• LPN plans and manages patient care according to each patient’s needs.
• LPN interviews patients and records their medical history and physical condition.
• LPN obtains patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration.
• LPN provides routine care for patients.
• LPN observes patients’ health.
• LPN reviews medical charts.
• LPN accompanies patients to their rooms.
• LPN assists physicians and registered nurses.
• LPN communicates with patients and their families.
• LPN prepares specimens for lab courier.
• LPN administers medications.
• LPN provides wound care.
• LPN prepares and administers injections and/or enemas.
• LPN assists with patient comfort.
• LPN monitors catheters.

LPN Qualifications / Skills:

· Must have current CT LPN license

• LPN must have medical knowledge and observation skills
• LPN must have patience, compassion,kindness and empathy
• LPN must have critical thinking skills

· LPN must have excellent assessment and customer service skills

· LPN Must have the ability to communicate and work well with coworkers

· LPN should have prior long term care experience

• Knowledge of infection control practices
• Stamina and physical endurance
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules
• Leadership skills

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $32.50 - $35.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Wound Care

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Nursing home: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CT LPN License (Required)

Work Location: In person