LPN - Women's Health - Part-time or Full-time

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC) - CIFC Health's Women's Health Department is seeking a part-time or full-time, compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. Y ou will work alongside the doctors, nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals to provide the highest standard of care to our patients.

Responsibilities within LPN License:

- LPNs gather information to be used by providers in assessment and patient care.

- LPNs administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers

- LPNs monitor and record vital signs, medical history and symptoms

- LPNs assist with physical exams and medical procedures as needed and within licensure

- LPNs provide education to patients and families on healthcare topics

- LPNs maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care

- LPNs collaborate with school nurses, WIC colleagues, DCF and other medical departments as needed. Completes paperwork needed by external organization (e.g. school PE forms).

- LPNs triage for calls on patients, using established protocols to determine appropriate care, including at home management, or timing and location of medical visits.

- LPNs provide patient/family education including education on after hours, triage and referral services, and disease states.

- LPNs contact specialists to obtain letters and results and helps to set up home therapies if appropriate as determined by a provider.