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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted nursing roles in Vernon, Connecticut rates. This role sits in the 95th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 49% above the Vernon, Connecticut median for nursing roles.
The LPN is responsible for overseeing the health and wellbeing of residents, including medication administration and implementing medical orders. They must also maintain accurate medical records, monitor vitals, and collaborate with medical professionals to ensure all resident needs are met.
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Pay
Starting at $29.05/hour ranging to $30.31/hour for qualified experience
Shifts Available
1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts
Weekdays and weekends
Scope of responsibility
The LPN is responsible for overseeing the health and wellbeing of the residents and medication administration under the oversight of the RN Supervisor/Manager.
Working relationship
This position reports directly to the Supervising RN/Manager. Develops and maintains relationships with the following:
1. Program Managers 2. Direct Support Staff 3. Office Administrative Staff 4. Agency Nursing Staff 5. Program Director 6. Health Care Consultants 7. Regulatory Agencies 8. Community (neighboring businesses, etc.) 9. Maintenance Staff
Qualifications
1.
Valid Nursing Degree/License 2.
Good interpersonal relationships, verbal communication skills 3.
Good judgment and ability to handle confidential information 4.
Ability to handle stressful and/or crisis situations 5.
Good time-management skills (ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks) 6.
Must hold a valid CT driver’s license and be insurable with Network’s insurance carrier
Job responsibilities
1.
Ensure nursing procedures are in compliance with all agency and DDS policies 2.
Carry out the philosophy, goals, and objectives of Network, Inc., while following all governing regulations as they pertain to group homes and intellectually and physically disabled individuals 3.
Responsible for all medical care for residents in Network’s group homes 4.
Receive and implement MD Orders and ensure that they are followed.
Report errors as needed 5.
Order resident medications per MD orders 6.
Administer medications 7.
Monitor residents’ vitals and weights 8.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid nursing degree and license, along with a valid Connecticut driver's license. Strong interpersonal, communication, and time-management skills are required to handle crisis situations and maintain regulatory compliance.
professional certificate
Documentation
Interpersonal skills
Verbal communication
Time management
Medication administration
Crisis management
Medical record maintenance
ADL assistance
Nursing care plans
Compliance reporting
Patient vitals monitoring
Medical appointment tracking
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$29 - $30/hr
Location
Vernon, Connecticut
Posted
Sep 2, 2026
Application
Employer website
Review nursing care plans 9.
Assist hospital admission and discharge planning of new and current residents in order to ensure that all medical needs are met 10.
Track medical appointments to ensure all medical needs are being met 11.
Attend resident medical appointments 12.
Collaborate with outside medical professionals 13.
Ensure that special diets/consistencies are being followed and prepared properly.
14.
Assist residents with all ADL tasks as needed 15.
Prepare kardexes and perform daily review of individuals’ kardexes and MD orders for compliance 16.
Provide medical monitoring and manage symptoms as needed for residents 17.
Complete documentation and follow-up as required 18.
File medical documents and maintain orderly medical records for all individuals 19.
Maintain general cleanliness of home and restocking of supplies 20.
Assist RN supervisor when needed 21.
Maintain good communication between residence, day programs, coworkers and supervisors on medical needs of the residents 22.
Ensure program compliance with medical protocol through timely and accurate reporting of medical data, both internally and externally as needed 23.
Perform other duties as required by the RN Supervisor/Manager
Connecticut nursing openings typically reflect steady demand in hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for RNs who can step into patient care quickly. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an active Connecticut RN license, BLS certification, and preferred specialty credentials, while education requirements may favor a BSN. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm your license status and match your certifications to the posting.
