Part-Time LPN

Job Description

Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling.

Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden is looking for a compassionate LPN to join our team on a part-time basis! As a Licensed Practical Nurse, your main role will be to deliver nursing care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. You will be part of a team of dedicated, like-minded individuals whose support and camaraderie build community, and where long-lasting relationships with both associates and residents await.

If you possess a dedication to assisting others, take immense pride in your work, and are looking for a remarkable company that aligns with those values, then this opportunity is made for you!

Employment Status: Part-Time

Available Schedule: 10am-2pm

LPN Duties & Responsibilities:

• Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents residents' status.

• Observes and reports any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the Resident Care Director, physician, family, RCAs, and Executive Director per state regulations.

• Directs and supervises the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants

• Closely mentors, guides, and directs the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job.

• Coordinates care needs with community providers via an effective case management process

• Effectively balances service demands with supporting resident independence.

• Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to appropriate sources per state regulations.

• Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system and knows when to call for backup.

Job Requirements

LPN Requirements:

• Current state license as an LPN and CPR certification

• Graduate of an approved LPN program (per state requirements)

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse, preferred.

• Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position is highly desirable.