Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Build Meaningful Connections While Making a Difference
Pay: $31.50/hour
Schedule: Full time, Part time, Per Diem
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.
Why You’ll Love Working at LARC
- Unparalleled Health Insurance*: No deductible on most services, and employees pay as little as $15.19 per week!
- Generous Paid Time Off*: Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation your first year.
- Flexible Scheduling: Full-time, part-time, and per-diem shifts available.
- Growth & Training: Paid training and professional development opportunities to help you advance.
- Inclusive Culture: Work with a compassionate team that values respect, dignity, and diversity.
*Insurance benefits eligibility is based on full-time employment (30+ hours/week)
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.
Requirements and Responsibilities
What You’ll Bring
- A current, active Connecticut LPN license.
- A valid Connecticut driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- 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.
The Arc of Litchfield County (LARC) was founded by families in 1964 to support loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Guided by a vision of Community for All, LARC promotes individual empowerment, choice, respect, and dignity.
On a daily basis, LARC serves 200 individuals throughout Northwest Connecticut. Services include residential group homes, in-home supports, transportation, day program, Project SEARCH, and employment programs.
LARC’s Social Enrichment program provides critical respite and recreational opportunities such as group outings, social gatherings, and Special Olympics.
