Licensed Practical Nurse

Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation; Dillingham (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation in Dillingham, AK, is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care under RN supervision in a fast-paced setting. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and compassionate care across the lifespan.

You will administer medications, document in the EHR, participate in team rounding, and engage in ongoing professional development. Alaska licensure within one year and BLS are required; two years of clinical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted LPN license required.
• Alaska LPN licensure must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to follow direction and delegation.
• Proven knowledge of growth and development across the life span with safe, compassionate care.
• Proficiency with EHR platforms and accuracy in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of unit specific protocols, workflows, equipment, and patient care standards.
• Administers prescribed medications safely.
• Displays cultural competence by respecting and adapting to diverse backgrounds and needs of patients and families.
• Engages proactively in continuous improvement measures on the assigned unit.
• Attends at least 80% of staff meetings annually, in-services, and conventions.
• Collects and maintains patient data and regulatory information as required by state requirements.
• Initiates appropriate infection control measures as needed.

Skills

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Infection control

EHR proficiency

Education

LPN license

Alaska licensure within 1 year

Basic Life Support certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

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Licensed Practical Nurse

Full-Time Dillingham, AK, US

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct and indirect patient care within their scope of practice under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LPN conducts patient interviews, reviews charts/records, and provides patient education. The LPN is a vital member of the multidisciplinary team, continuously striving to elevate the quality, efficiency, and accessibility of care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active and unrestricted LPN License required. Alaska LPN licensure must be obtained within one (1) year of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years' clinical experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to follow direction/delegation.
• Proven knowledge of growth and development principals across the life span while providing safe, reliable, and compassionate care.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EHR platforms, with attention to accuracy and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams in a culturally sensitive and respectful manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of unit specific protocols, workflows, equipment, and patient care standards.
• Administers prescribed medications safely.
• Displays cultural competence by respecting and adapting to the diverse backgrounds and needs of patients and families.
• Engages proactively in continuous improvement measures on the assigned unit.
• Takes responsibility for ongoing professional development needs, attending at least 80% of staff meetings annually, in-services, and conventions.
• Collects and maintains patient data and other statistical or registry information as required by BBAHC and/or State requirements.
• Initiates appropriate infection control measures without hesitation and as needed.