EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
Must have a valid and active LPN or RN license in the State of CT.
JOB RELATED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of 1+ year of experience in a long term care or clinical setting is preferred.
A minimum of 1+ year of experience in a charge position is preferred.
STATE / FEDERAL MANDATED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Current State of Connecticut license as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse. Must have AHA CPR Certification.
INGRAHAM MANOR MANDATED EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
General orientation at time of hire. Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by Ingraham Manor.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must demonstrate patience and kindness toward residents and families. Must possess good observation and communication skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the ability to perform all aspects of nursing care. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs. Must be able to endure a prolonged period of extensive walking, standing, stooping, pushing, and pulling. Moderate periods of sitting, twisting, reaching, occasional crouching, crawling, kneeling, and balancing. Vision, hearing, smell and tactile sensation corrected or accommodated to normal.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regular contact with residents, body substances, and hazardous chemicals, 75 degree temperature, varied lighting, regular contact with soap and water, moderate noise level, use of various types of lifting devices.
COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS
Ability to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions.
RESIDENT AGE DISTRIBUTION
Resident Care Positions Only. Resident ages (18 years of age and up).
OTHER
(+) Indicates a non essential function, for which an otherwise qualified candidate could seek reasonable accommodation and thereby successfully discharge the duties of this position.
EEO
Bristol Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Bristol Health are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other non-merit factor. Bristol Health will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Conditions of Employment
- In adherence with our safety and compliance regulations, upon hire you are subject to a criminal background check and health clearance (including drug testing) through Occupational Health.
- The health and safety of our patients and employees is a top priority which is why we have mandatory flu shots. Exceptions for medical and religious reasons will be evaluated on an individual basis.
- Please be aware all Bristol Health facilities are smoke and tobacco free.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.