Benhaven
Benhaven Residential is Seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to oversee CLA’s and CRS’
Full-time: 30 hours per week, non-exempt position. Monday-Friday
Location: North Haven
Benhaven Residential is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide support to residents and staff in areas related to resident health and medication administration. The primary function is to consult, educate, train, and coordinate medical care for our CLA’s and CRS’. The LPN works under the supervision of the Residential Nurse and coordinates resident medical and psychiatric services with the RN and Residential Managers. This position is part of the Residential Team and works as a team member in providing health care supports. In addition, the LPN will be instrumental in the organization and coordination of our Psychiatric clinic.
For the following duties are assigned to this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Responsibilities:
Monthly Kardex review and Completion
Managing/thinning medical records
Pass and pours (after DDS certification is complete)
Management of basic medical needs compliance
Ensures all residents appointments are completed and consultation sheets are accurate
Ensures follow up is completed and implemented
Fill in med passes
Communicate with Medical Director and Psych MD for signed orders (i.e. lab work signed by PCP)
QUALIFICATIONS:
DDS experience preferred, but not required
Current certification from the State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health, as a Licensed Practical Nurse
Good interpersonal relationships
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and ability to handle confidential information
Ability to handle stressful and/or crisis situations
Good time‑management skills (ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks)
PMT certified a plus but not required
Employee Incentives:
Anthem Medical & Dental Insurance
Long‑term Disability (employer paid)
Voluntary Life
Employee Discounts (Tickets‑At‑Work, Verizon, Alliance college discounts, etc.)
Mutual of America 403b & 401a
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel object; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk and hear.
Requires good hand‑eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application information.
Benhaven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Benhaven will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Licensed Practical Nurse Lpn • North Haven, CT, United States
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Full-time: 30 hours per week, non-exempt position. Monday-Friday
Location: North Haven
Benhaven Residential is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide support to residents and staff in areas related to resident health and medication administration. The primary function is to consult, educate, train, and coordinate medical care for our CLA’s and CRS’. The LPN works under the supervision of the Residential Nurse and coordinates resident medical and psychiatric services with the RN and Residential Managers. This position is part of the Residential Team and works as a team member in providing health care supports. In addition, the LPN will be instrumental in the organization and coordination of our Psychiatric clinic.
For the following duties are assigned to this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Responsibilities:
Monthly Kardex review and Completion
Managing/thinning medical records
Pass and pours (after DDS certification is complete)
Management of basic medical needs compliance
Ensures all residents appointments are completed and consultation sheets are accurate
Ensures follow up is completed and implemented
Fill in med passes
Communicate with Medical Director and Psych MD for signed orders (i.e. lab work signed by PCP)
QUALIFICATIONS:
DDS experience preferred, but not required
Current certification from the State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health, as a Licensed Practical Nurse
Good interpersonal relationships
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good judgment and ability to handle confidential information
Ability to handle stressful and/or crisis situations
Good time‑management skills (ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks)
PMT certified a plus but not required
Employee Incentives:
Anthem Medical & Dental Insurance
Long‑term Disability (employer paid)
Voluntary Life
Employee Discounts (Tickets‑At‑Work, Verizon, Alliance college discounts, etc.)
Mutual of America 403b & 401a
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel object; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk and hear.
Requires good hand‑eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application information.
Benhaven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Benhaven will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Licensed Practical Nurse Lpn • North Haven, CT, United States
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