LPN - Private Duty - 12 hour Shifts

RVNAhealth is seeking a compassionate and dependable Per Diem Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high-quality, one-on-one patient care across 12-hour day and night shifts. Assignments may be short- or long-term and include hospice cases requiring around-the-clock medication administration and support with activities of daily living (ADLs).

This is an excellent opportunity for an LPN who values meaningful patient relationships and flexible scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct, hands-on nursing care to patients of all ages in a home setting


• Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments to identify care needs


• Monitor patient condition and progress; promptly report and respond to changes


• Develop, update, and maintain individualized nursing care plans


• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders


• Educate patients and families on wellness topics including nutrition, safety, and overall health


• Utilize and maintain nursing equipment and supplies appropriately


• Communicate clinical findings to physicians, patients, and families as needed


• Identify patients at risk for neglect and initiate referrals to appropriate community resources


• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory standards


• Provide coverage for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing


• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Connecticut


• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience (hospital experience preferred)


• Home health and/or hospice experience strongly preferred


• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills


• Ability to work independently in a home care environment


• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.