LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

Responsibilities Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) contributes to the care of clients by collecting, reporting and recording objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner, participating in the development of a strategy of care in consultation with other nursing personnel, and assisting, delegating, and giving directed care. Reconciles medication and performs health screenings. Accurately notes, transcribes, and implements Physician’s orders and faxes prescriptions to pharmacy. Participates in the assisting, delegating, and giving of directed care. Participates in the development of a strategy of care in consultation with other nursing personnel. Evaluates client’s medical condition. Inventories current medications and updates medication reconciliation form in chart. Reports to staff on medical conditions of clients and any medication changes. Ensures that appropriate medications and supplies are available and orders medications from the pharmacy as needed. Educates clients on medications, medication management, health maintenance, substance abuse, and other applicable topics. Monitors the medical aspects of treatment of persons afflicted with substance dependence and behavioral health conditions. Qualifications Graduate of a licensed professional nurse training program. Licensed in the State of Connecticut as a licensed professional nurse. Minimum of one year experience working in the Mental Health or Substance Abuse field preferred. Benefits Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries Pet Insurance More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Universal Hospital Services Inc.