Skilled Nursing LPN

Spokanehealthandrehabofcascadia; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Spokanehealthandrehabofcascadia in Spokane Valley seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential patient care and support under the direction of registered nurses and doctors. The role requires strong communication skills, ability to manage care activities, and adherence to safety protocols.

The ideal candidate must possess a current Practical Nursing License and preferably have six months of experience in a long-term care setting. This position also offers a $6,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Practical Nursing License.
• Ability to react quickly in emergencies.
• Effective communication with residents and families.
• Preferred six months experience in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care and assists with nursing tasks as needed.
• Participates in resident evaluations and care planning.
• Communicates effectively with physicians and healthcare team.
• Documents care and observations in clinical records.
• Administers treatments and manages medications.

Skills

Current Practical Nursing License

Emergency response ability

Effective communication skills

Experience in long-term care environment

Job description

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provide routine care, observe patients’ health, assist doctors and registered nurses, and communicate instructions to patients regarding. LPNs are responsible for Supervising and delegating tasks to the nursing assistants or aides who work under their direction. The Licensed Practical Nurse evaluates and reports any changes in the residents' physical or mental condition to the appropriate personnel and maintains the residents’ medical records in a confidential manner.

***$6,000.00 sign on bonus for full time. ***

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Employee assistance program

Qualifications & Skills

• Current Practical Nursing License
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and facility staff.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Provides direct care and/or assists with care as directed and consistent with their scope of practice and competency. Initiates the SBAR process and collaborate with the RN for assessment and recommendations. Makes rounds with physicians and other team members, as needed.
• Participates in resident evaluations and care planning activities, reviews and revises residents’ assessments and care plans as needed to the extent permitted by state nurse practice act. Coordinates residents’ care activities and communicates changes to other team members and resident family/significant other. Oversees Medication Aide/Tech in medication/treatment administration. Administers treatments.
• Reviews, transcribes, communicates, and implements physician orders, obtaining RN signature as required by state regulations. Communicates with resident’s physician. Assists with emergencies; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Documents care performed and observations of resident status in the clinical record promptly by utilizing standard clinical documentation guidelines as required by the company, and local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• Participates in medication management to promote optimal safety and effectiveness for residents.