LPN Licensed Practical Nurses - Per Diem

## Description

**Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Build Meaningful Connections While Making a Difference**

**Pay:** $31.50/hour

**Schedule:** We are seeking per diem LPNs to work on 1st, 2nd and/or 3rd shifts as needed.

**Organization:** The Arc of Litchfield County, Inc. (LARC)

**Rediscover the Joy of Nursing**

Imagine being part of a team where your care truly transforms lives — not in a rushed clinical environment, but in a supportive community where you can connect 1:1 with the people you serve.

At **LARC**, you’ll have the opportunity to slow down, build meaningful relationships, and bring your skills to a place where **every interaction matters**.

As a **Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)**, you’ll provide compassionate, individualized care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in home and community-based settings. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team that values empathy, respect, and empowerment — all while enjoying a more balanced, fulfilling pace.

**What You’ll Do**

• Provide exceptional nursing care and oversight by implementing health care plans, charting vital signs, and administering medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Support individuals in their daily routines, offering personal care and health guidance as outlined in each Individual Support Plan (ISP).
• Build long-term, trusting relationships with the individuals you support and their families.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, guardians, and team members to ensure holistic, person-centered care.
• Accompany individuals on community outings — enjoy activities like picnics, movies, bowling, or dining out as part of LARC’s vision of “community for all.”

• This is more than nursing — it’s **caring with purpose**, forming bonds that enrich lives, including your own.
• **Why You’ll Love Working at LARC**

• **Team Culture:** Join a community of professionals who believe in dignity, respect, and inclusion for all.

## Requirements and Responsibilities
**What You’ll Bring**

• A **current, active Connecticut LPN license.**
• A **valid CT driver’s license, a**clean driving record and have reliable transportation.
• Must successfully complete all required federal, state, and regulatory background checks as a condition of employment, including criminal history, driving record, and a pre-employment physical examination, in accordance with Connecticut and federal law.
• **CPR & First Aid certification** (or willingness to obtain — training provided).
• Compassion, patience, and a commitment to person-centered care.
• The ability to lift and support individuals with limited mobility when needed.
• (Preferred) Experience working with the **Department of Developmental Services (DDS)** nursing policies and procedures — training provided if needed.

**Who Thrives in This Role**

This role is ideal for nurses who

• Value connection and continuity of care.
• Want to make a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Appreciate a balanced environment where professional excellence meets genuine human connection.

• **Ready to Love What You Do Again?**
• Join **LARC**, where compassion meets community and where you can bring your nursing expertise to a place that feels like home.
• Rediscover why you became a nurse — to **care, connect, and create lasting impact.**
• **LARC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and a drug-free workplace. Testing for illegal substances is a pre-employment requirement.**