Summary: <ul><li>Ref #: C-LPN-</li><li>Profession: Licensed Practical Nurse</li><li>Job Type: Contract/Travel</li><li>Location: Danbury, CT</li><li>Start Date: ASAP</li><li>Duration: 10 weeks</li><li>Schedule:Sun, Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, 3P-11:30P</li><li>Rate: Travel: $1,888/40-hours; Local: $1,412/40-hours</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Valid and active Licensed Practical Nurse State license</li><li>BLS certification</li></ul> Responsibilities: . Deliver direct nursing care to patients, under the guidance of RNs or physicians, encompassing tasks like medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring. <ul><li>Perform comprehensive patient assessments, involving physical exams, medical histories, and medication reviews, to craft personalized care plans.</li><li>Administer prescribed medications and treatments meticulously, guaranteeing accurate dosing and adherence to established protocols.</li><li>Evaluate, clean, dress, and manage wounds, incisions, and injuries while actively monitoring for infection or complications.</li><li>Continuously monitor and meticulously document patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates.</li><li>Maintain detailed and precise patient records, recording changes in their condition, administered treatments, and medication management.</li><li>Educate patients and their families on their medical conditions, prescribed medications, and self-care practices, with a focus on overall well-being.</li><li>Administer and closely monitor intravenous (IV) medications and fluids, ensuring proper insertion and functioning of IV lines.</li><li>Provide care for patients with urinary catheters, including insertion, routine maintenance, and diligent monitoring for complications.</li><li>Collect patient samples, such as blood, urine, and sputum, for subsequent laboratory testing and analysis.</li><li>Collaborate closely with the healthcare team, including RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff, to ensure seamless patient care.</li><li>Address patient comfort and safety requirements, including positioning, mobility assistance, and pain management.</li><li>Respond swiftly and effectively during medical emergencies, adhering to established protocols and delivering basic life support as necessary.</li><li>Adhere rigorously to infection control procedures, encompassing proper hand hygiene and utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent infections from spreading.</li><li>Safely handle, store, and dispose of med<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?yj7lqectDXhELvNrdFB3eAs" width="0" height="0" />

Licensed Practical Nurse needed for a contract/travel role. Responsibilities include delivering direct nursing care, performing patient assessments, administering medications, managing wounds, and monitoring vital signs. Collaborate with healthcare teams, educate patients, and ensure infection control. Respond to medical emergencies and adhere to protocols, focusing on patient comfort and safety.

**Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)**

**Location:** Danbury, CT

**Job Description:**

- Job Type: Contract/Travel
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 10 weeks
- Schedule: Sun, Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, 3P-11:30P
- Rate: Travel: $1,888/40-hours; Local: $1,412/40-hours

**Requirements:**

- Valid and active Licensed Practical Nurse State license
- BLS certification

**Responsibilities:**

- Deliver direct nursing care to patients, under the guidance of RNs or physicians, encompassing tasks like medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, involving physical exams, medical histories, and medication reviews, to craft personalized care plans.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments meticulously, guaranteeing accurate dosing and adherence to established protocols.
- Evaluate, clean, dress, and manage wounds, incisions, and injuries while actively monitoring for infection or complications.
- Continuously monitor and meticulously document patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates.
- Maintain detailed and precise patient records, recording changes in their condition, administered treatments, and medication management.
- Educate patients and their families on their medical conditions, prescribed medications, and self-care practices, with a focus on overall well-being.
- Administer and closely monitor intravenous (IV) medications and fluids, ensuring proper insertion and functioning of IV lines.
- Provide care for patients with urinary catheters, including insertion, routine maintenance, and diligent monitoring for complications.
- Collect patient samples, such as blood, urine, and sputum, for subsequent laboratory testing and analysis.
- Collaborate closely with the healthcare team, including RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff, to ensure seamless patient care.
- Address patient comfort and safety requirements, including positioning, mobility assistance, and pain management.
- Respond swiftly and effectively during medical emergencies, adhering to established protocols and delivering basic life support as necessary.
- Adhere rigorously to infection control procedures, encompassing proper hand hygiene and utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent infections from spreading.

LVN/LPN / LVN/LPN / Connecticut / Any / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job

Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc. Description:Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. seeks a full-time Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to evaluate and treat patients with mental & behavioral health disorders, including substance abuse disorders at CIFC Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Under the direction of the Chief of Behavioral Health, or Chief Medical Officer, the Psychiatrist will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to oversee the treatment and medication management for a diverse pediatric/adolescent patient population in an out-patient community health setting, assisting those in need and working with an underserved population. This position will also work with our Psychiatric Residents, in a training and supervisory capacity. Monday through Friday schedule with no on-call responsibilities.Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Requirements:Requirements: Successful candidates must possess a Physician's license and CSR from the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health. Board certification or the ability to become certified is required. Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, brief assessments, individual & group psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment is required. At least 1 years' experience, and previous supervision is preferred. Competitive compensation, plus comprehensive fringe benefits package including health care coverage and retirement program, paid time off, paid holidays, and much more. In addition, as a federally qualified healthcare center (FQHC), this position is eligible to apply for a Loan Repayment Program through HRSA (Health Resources and Service Administration), and the STAR loan forgiveness program that offers loan forgiveness for Substance use Disorder professionals. PIf5-<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?cVQJ4er4WxKfrfq%2b4qbMeAr" width="0" height="0" />

Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc. seeks a full-time Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to evaluate and treat patients with mental and behavioral health disorders, including substance abuse, in an outpatient community health setting. The Psychiatrist will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, oversee treatment and medication management, and supervise Psychiatric Residents. The role entails crisis intervention, brief assessments, psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment.

**Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist**

**Job Description:**

- Evaluate and treat patients with mental and behavioral health disorders, including substance abuse disorders at CIFC Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to oversee treatment and medication management for a diverse pediatric/adolescent patient population in an outpatient community health setting
- Participate in training and supervisory roles with Psychiatric Residents
- Monday through Friday schedule with no on-call responsibilities
- Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged

**Requirements:**

- Must possess a Physician's license and CSR from the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health
- Board certification or the ability to become certified is required
- Previous clinical responsibilities including crisis intervention, brief assessments, individual and group psychotherapy, and substance abuse treatment
- At least 1 year of experience is preferred, along with previous supervision experience

**Compensation and Benefits:**

- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive fringe benefits including health care coverage, retirement program, paid time off, and paid holidays
- Eligible to apply for a Loan Repayment Program through HRSA, and the STAR loan forgiveness program for Substance use Disorder professionals

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