Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Avalon Health Care Group; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift differential $1.00

Night shift differential $3.00

Job summary

Avalon Health Care Group is hiring Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for PRN shifts in Bellingham, WA. The role offers competitive hourly wages with shift differentials for evenings and nights, and placement within the wage range will reflect experience and credentials.

Applicants must hold a WA LPN license and pass required background and vaccine attestations. Under supervision, you will contribute to care planning and direct patient care for facility residents, ensuring compliance with state and

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in WA
• Compliance with state and federal nursing regulations
• Ongoing CE credits related to geriatrics and nursing management
• Infection control knowledge and practices
• Proven communication skills with staff, residents and families
• Basic computer literacy and ability to use nursing software
• Must read, write, speak and understand English
• Able to pass background checks, reference checks and vaccine attestations
• Recent geriatric clinical experience or related skills

Responsibilities

• Participate in development and modification of the plan of care for residents under supervision of RN/APRNs/physicians.
• Deliver patient care and related services within state boundaries for practical nursing.
• Collaborate with care team to implement care plans and document appropriately

Skills

LPN license

Communication

Infection control

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Tools

Company software

Job description

Avalon Healthcare Bellingham is now hiring fo r Licensed Practical Nurse LPNs to join our outstanding team!

PRN shifts available

$40.50 - $48.05/hr

$1.00 shift differential for Eves

$3.00 shift differential for Noc

**Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.**

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician or other health care provider authorized by the state; the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the development, implementation and modification of the comprehensive plan of care for facility residents and will practice within the legal boundaries for practical nursing authorized by the state for the delivery of patient care and related services.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in practicing state.
• Demonstrates understanding that state and Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility.
• Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software.
• Must have ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must pass criminal background investigation, reference inquiry, and vaccine mandate attestation requirements of either having been vaccinated or present documentation needed for a medical or religious exemption.
• Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.

Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you believe this posting does not comply with WA law, send notice to [e-mail].

This facility complies with the Nurse License Compact (NLC) regulations. Applicants can learn more at https://nursecompact.com .