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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN PartTime PerDiem and Full Time All Shifts

Monarch Communities, Litchfield, CT, United States


Job Description
Led by the community's Health and Wellness Director (RN), our Wellness Nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who provides direct nursing care to the residents with an emphasis on holistic wellness. They also supervise the day‑to‑day nursing activities performed by Home Health Aide (HHA) staff. Apply now for consideration and/or to learn more.

Schedule
The Wellness Nurse (LPN) is a full‑time, non‑exempt position (30 hrs or more) scheduled weekdays and alternating weekends. This position is a 10:30 p.m.–6:30 a.m. shift. We are also looking for per‑diem coverage for all shifts.

Salary Range
$34.00 – $35.00 hourly

Responsibilities and Duties

Monitors the health, safety, and well‑being of all residents

Assists in training and monitoring medication administration

Supervises care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies

Maintains clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state, and local standards

Promotes the highest degree of service to our residents while leading and demonstrating the mission of the company

Conducts thorough resident assessments

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and current LPN license

At least 2 years’ experience in long‑term care, assisted living, home health, or hospital settings preferred

Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s or other related dementias

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Knowledge of federal and state regulations and nursing practices, techniques, and methods applied to health and wellness residents

Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) and the ability to learn new applications

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell

An individual in this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 lbs; intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents. The associate must use proper body mechanics

Benefits Offered (Full Time)

Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision

Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability

Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

FSA (Commuter/Parking)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Other Compensation Programs

Employee Referral Bonus

Resident Referral Bonus

Benefits Offered (for Part‑Time Employees)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Schedule

On‑the‑job training

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Parking

Equal Opportunity Statement
Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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