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*Intro:*

At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what’s possible for you and your career.

Danbury Hospital, a 456-bed acute care hospital, has been providing award-winning, personalized patient care to the people of Western Connecticut for 140 years. Our specialty areas of excellence include a Level III NICU, a certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, and compassionate psychiatric care, including a partial-hospitalization program.

Our accolades include the following:

* The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety

* U.S. News & World Report - High performance in heart failure treatment

* Healthgrades - One of America’s 50 Best Hospitals

* Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) - Robotic Center of Excellence

* Joint Commission - Gold seal of approval in spine surgery

At Danbury Hospital, we take great pride in our team members and their passion for providing the best care possible—always with heart. For many of our team members, that care extends beyond the walls of our hospital. We volunteer at local non-profits and participate in community initiatives and events. Our dedication to the health and well-being of our entire community makes this a truly special place to work.

*Job Description:*Summary:

The LPN will provide direct and indirect care to patients working within a team model of care under the direction of an RN and in collaboration with PCTs.

This additional role within the unit will help meet the current needs of our patients by providing additional care givers that are currently unavailable in the current market.

Responsibilities:

Provides direct patient care within the LPN scope of practice and the established model of nursing- 40%

Documents within the EMR under the supervision of the RN. Includes vital signs, wound care, medication administration, patient observations, and patient admission to the unit.-15%

Collaborates with the registered nurse and other members of the healthcare team to facilitate a safe and therapeutic environment for the patient-20%

Verifies, prepares and administers medication using safe practices to assigned patients-10%

Performs standard diagnostic procedures including EKG, phlebotomy, bladder scans and glucoscans etc. as necessary. Collects urinary specimens.-5%

Assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing care for patients.- 10%

Utilizes HRO principles within the scope of daily work

Incorporates the mission and values of Nuvance Health into daily work.

Utilizes the Relationship Model of Care to support a positive patient experience with a focus on communication, empathy and understanding

Participates in interdisciplinary conferences- 2%

Participates in team building activities that contribute to patient care, staff education and self development-1%

Maintains clinical competency to support evidence based care.5%

Attends all mandatory and continuing educational classes-1%

Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Other Information:

Medical knowledge

Knowledge of Infection control practices

Critical thinking skills

Prefer experience in a clinical setting

Must complete an approved medication course and 40 hours of supervised medication administration including verification, preparation and administration of medication in accordance with department policy

Knowledge and proficiency in EMR documentation systems

Knowledge in CT DOH nursing practice requirements

Education:

Completion of state approved LPN program

LPN license ( pass NCLEX-PN exam)

BLS certified

1-2 years recent nursing experience

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Credentials:LPN,BLS

Company: Danbury Hospital

Org Unit: 119

Department: Emergency Department

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $29.00 - $42.21 Hourly

*Closing:*

With strong hearts and open minds, we’re pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.