Licensed practical nurse - Full-Time
InterCommunity Health Care·Hartford, Connecticut
InterCommunity Health Care·Hartford, Connecticut
The LPN provides evidence-based nursing care for patients in Withdrawal Management and Intensive units, including medication administration and vital signs monitoring. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement patient care plans and supervise residential technicians.
Description We Did It Again! InterCommunity is a 2025 Healthcare Top Workplaces Winner!
VOTED by our incredible staff a TOP WORKPLACE for 12 YEARS — including 2025!
Join a Mission That Matters InterCommunity, Inc. is a Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike (FQHC LA) committed to providing accessible, compassionate care to everyone — regardless of life situation or ability to pay.
We offer same-day primary care and a wide range of behavioral health services across our community health centers in: 281 Main St., East Hartford 40 Coventry St., Hartford 828 Sullivan Ave., South Windsor Our Addiction Services Division provides a full continuum of care, including: Primary care integration Residential detox and treatment Outpatient mental health and substance use services for adults and children Intensive outpatient programs Employment and community support Mobile crisis evaluations Judicial support services Social rehabilitation Why Work With Us?
Work Life-Balance-Flexibility, generous Paid PTO, and paid holidays. Health & Dental insurance - flexible contribution options that includes 2 HDHP w/ HSA enrollment option or non-HDHP at a minimal cost to employees. Voluntary vision coverage. Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Basic Life & AD&D. Supplemental Life Insurance available. 401(k) with 3% employer match + 3% employer contribution after 12 months and 1,000 hours worked Career advancement opportunities in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) contributes to whole person healthcare by providing evidenced-based nursing skills to care for patients in both the Withdrawal Management and Intensive units.
Timely administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records Record patients' medical information and vital signs. Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions. Receive and transcribe written orders from the medical and psychiatric provider Medication Reconciliation process Facilitate effective crisis intervention Assist the RN in consulting and coordinating with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans to include referrals to other levels of care when appropriate Assist the RN in modification of the patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to achieve best patient outcomes Direct or supervise residential technicians while on shift Provide medical re-education to patients as needed Performs related duties as required. *All agency staff are required to attend all mandatory department/agency meetings and trainings*
Competencies: Initiative Time Management Decision Making Communication Proficiency Organization Skills Computer competency Education &/Or Experience: Current Connecticut LPN license Basic Life Support (BLS)/ CPR certification EPIC experience preferred, but not required
Market context
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.
