Description :Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse, LPNLocation: Bethel, CTEmployment Type: Per DiemSalary Range: CompetitiveDepartment: Residential ServicesWant to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being apart of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life.Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider. We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment. As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to become part of our family. We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!What we offer
Competitive wages
Flexible shifts
Paid training & uniforms
Growth opportunities
Bonus & incentive programs
Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees
Primary Responsibilities
Medication administration
Direct care and service to residents
Teaching and wellness counseling
Health Promotion
Participation in assessments under the supervision of the Resident Services Director (RN)
Support of residents and families
Oversight of Certified Nursing Assistants
Training of associates and auditing of care
Completing monthly in-service training as required
Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse currently licensed to practice in the State
Two years full time or full time equivalent clinical experience
Experience and/or special interest working with older adults
Prior dementia and psych experience strongly preferred but not mandatory
Able to perform tasks which may be physically demanding such as pushing, bending and lifting up to 50lbs.
Ability to maintain positive working relationships with residents, their families, peers and other staff members
In good physical and emotional health and free of communicable diseases
Maplewood Senior Living conducts pre-employment screening including background check, drug screening and reference checks.
