Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job, Full Time Days, 40-Hours, DKMG Family Medicine - Pomfret St

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Day Kimball Health is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Day Kimball Medical Group Family Medicine - Kennedy Drive. Location: Putnam, CT Shift: Full Time, Day Shift, 40-Hours

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 Summary

As the Family Medicine Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you play a key role in our family Medicine setting, functioning as an office nurse and helping to maintain a smooth daily routine by performing a variety of clinical duties that allow quality time between patient and physician. You monitor and manage medications, patient rooms, state vaccines, medical equipment and supplies, laundry, and educational materials. You manage assigned doctors' and/or nurse practitioners' patients, including callbacks and test results, under their specific directions.

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

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.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Responsibilities

You provide direct patient care in a family medicine setting, assisting your provider by documenting the chief complaint and essential data such as height, weight, blood pressure, and head circumference. You maintain an even distribution of patients for the assigned nurse practitioner or pediatrician and keep exam rooms properly stocked with medical and educational materials. You assist patients to X-ray, lab, or the ED when needed, set up nebulizer treatments, and monitor patients. You are responsible for documenting in the medical record and completing school or camp forms. After consulting with the provider, you reinforce education and health information with parents, guardians, or patients. You answer a variety of medical questions or refer them to the doctor or nurse practitioner when necessary. You accurately record messages, follow identified protocols regarding health concerns or issues, and follow up with the provider as needed. You assist the physician or nurse practitioner in emergency situations and prepare the proper equipment for procedures. You assist in minor procedures such as PKU, sutures, and catheterization as needed, and you are responsible for administering immunizations and allergy shots while documenting them in the proper areas. You obtain strep cultures from patients, document them, and ensure the culture is sent to the lab in a timely manner. You secure all exam and lab rooms and restock supplies daily. You retrieve special orders from the lab and X-ray when requested by the provider.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Current LPN License (Connecticut) Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR Certification High School Diploma Two years as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in hospital, office, or family medicine setting.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Completion of additional college-level coursework in healthcare or nursing

Equal Opportunity Employer

Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke-free environment.