Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse

Puyallup Post Acute; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Puyallup Post Acute is actively seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver hands-on care, lead our nursing team, and guide residents toward healing in a resident-centered setting.

You will perform assessments, develop care plans, administer medications, monitor condition changes, and document in our EMR, while adhering to CMS guidelines and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. This SNF setting blends short-term rehab and long-term care.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in WA.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• 1 year nursing experience preferred; long-term care experience strongly preferred.
• Solid grasp of geriatric nursing and rehabilitative care principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments at admission and throughout stay.
• Build and update individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medications, IV therapy, wound care, and other treatments.
• Monitor residents and respond quickly to changes in condition.
• Supervise and delegate to LPNs and CNAs.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Assessment

Education

ADN or BSN

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Puyallup Post Acute | $45-$55hr

Join a skilled nursing team where your clinical judgment and leadership make a daily difference in residents' lives. We're hiring a Nurse to deliver hands-on care, guide our nursing team, and help residents heal and thrive in a supportive, resident-centered environment.

What You'll Do

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments at admission and throughout each resident's stay
• Build and update individualized care plans alongside our interdisciplinary team
• Administer medications, IV therapy, tube feedings, wound care, and other prescribed treatments
• Monitor residents closely and respond quickly to changes in condition
• Supervise and delegate to LPNs and CNAs
• Keep documentation accurate and timely in our EMR
• Communicate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and families as a trusted care partner
• Take part in care conferences and discharge planning
• Uphold CMS guidelines and infection control standards
• Support quality assurance and performance improvement efforts
• Educate and reassure residents and their families

Why Work Here

• Lead a team of LPNs and CNAs with real autonomy in resident care decisions
• Work in a facility that blends short-term rehab and long-term care, so no two days look the same
• Be part of an interdisciplinary team that values your clinical voice in care conferences and discharge planning

What You'll Need

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Washington
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• 1 year of nursing experience preferred; long-term care or skilled nursing experience strongly preferred
• Solid grasp of geriatric nursing and rehabilitative care principles
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills

Is this role right for you? If you're a nurse who wants more clinical ownership than a hospital floor typically allows and the chance to really know your residents — this SNF setting offers that. Expect a fast-paced environment (standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs, and quick response in emergencies), balanced by a genuinely collaborative care team.

Puyallup Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Puyallup, WA