Licensed Practical Nurse (35 Hour) (Office/On-site)

Job Overview Licensed Practical Nurse position, State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) – South Region. Location: 35 Undercliff Road, Meriden, CT. Full time, 35 hours per week. Shift: First shift. Schedule: 8:00 am–2:45 pm Monday; 6:00 am–2:45 pm Tuesday–Thursday. Regular days off: Saturday & Sunday. Employees must be flexible and may be required to travel between locations. Mission of DDS: To partner with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities. Responsibilities Assist doctors and nurses in the general care and treatment of individuals. Measure doses and administer medications including insulin injections. Document medications using appropriate forms. Perform narcotic counts. Check and may administer intravenous medications. Report changes in individuals to doctors. Ensure that restraints are applied correctly. Transcribe doctors' medication orders. Dispense certain medications in doctor’s absence. Apply topical medication. Takes and charts temperatures, pulses and respirations. Perform simple nursing treatments. Monitor general individual needs including personal hygiene. Report on individual conditions and behavior. Keep the unit safe and healthy. Administer enemas or suppositories. Perform Foley catheterization care. Orients individuals concerning medications and their use. May perform emergency first aid. May drive individuals to necessary appointments/outings. Perform related duties as required. Performs the full range of duties as described in the class specification for the Lead Developmental Services Worker. Performs the full range of duties as described in the class specifications for the Mental Health Assistant 1 or Mental Health Assistant 2. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications License or temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut by the State Board of Examiners for Nursing or hold a Multistate or Compact Licensed Practical Nurse license. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities. Experience communicating with non‑verbal individuals. Experience with basic nursing skills, including administering medication and nutrition via G‑Tube or J‑Tube, glucose monitoring, insulin administration, respiratory treatments, colostomy, cecostomy, urostomy care, wound care, and catheterization. Experience supporting individuals that may exhibit mild to severe challenging behaviors. Experience communicating internally and externally with a diverse population both over the telephone and in written inquiries. Experience in supervision of staff, including providing daily operational direction and work assignments. Experience using Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Excel, Teams, and Word. Special Requirements Incumbents may be required to possess and retain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's license, Public Passenger Endorsement, or Commercial Driver's license for designated positions. Working Conditions Incumbents may be required to lift/restrain individuals. May have some exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals. May be exposed to disagreeable conditions. Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr CT