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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Tacoma WA)
compensation: paid $27.50/hourly + Mileage/Health benefit/401K/vacation and more
employment type: Part-Time
We are seeking skilled Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to work with our clients in their homes. While working in the home with patients, Our Skilled Nurses will develop and manage nursing care plans, as well as instruct patients and their families in proper treatment, helping individuals and groups take steps to improve or maintain health. As our Nursing Team, you will be responsible for following a physician established a plan of treatment under the direction of our Director of Clinical Services/Nurse Supervisor.
DUTIES
Provides skilled nursing care under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and will be responsible and accountable for making decisions that are based on the individual's nursing experience and educational preparation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assists the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care
2. Assists the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse under physician's orders
3. Assists with the preparation, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan
4. Recognizes and understands the effects of social and economic problems upon patients and provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients
5. Helps teach the patient the appropriate self-care techniques
6. Fosters cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and by active participation in team and staff conferences
7. Assumes responsibility for personal and vocational growth and development through active participation in nursing organizations and participating in in-service programs and other on the job learning
8. Prepares clinical and progress notes (not to include admission)
9. Observes, records and reports to the appropriate person the general physical and mental condition of patients and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of changes in condition
TREATMENTS AND PROCEDURES:
The Licensed Practical Nurse with the education and proven clinical competence may perform certain treatments/procedures provided the Home Health Agency's policies and the State's Regulatory Acts allow their performance. Only advance LPNs with documented skill in performing these functions may:
Administer medications, Hang I.V.s premixed with medications, hang hydrating fluid without medications, start peripheral I.V. s, Flush peripheral lines with saline or heparin solutions, Inspect insertion sites, change dressings, and remove peripheral I.V. needles/catheters, etc.
JOB CONDITIONS:
The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing is required.
The ability to access patients' homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible is required
Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the patient's condition and to perform patient care.
Physical activities will include, walking, sitting, stooping, and standing, and minimal to maximum lifting of patients and the turning of patients.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Current license as a Practical Nurse in the State of Washington
- Proficiency in medication administration
- Ability to clearly articulate and communicate ideas verbally and in writing
- Preferred qualifications for this position include:
- Must have a minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in a Skilled Home Health Agency preferred.
- Must have current CPR certification
- Copy of updated Physical, based on state requirements for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Copy of updated TB results/ Chest x-ray/Blood work.
- Reliable transportation/drivers license and auto insurance
- Pass a background test/Urine analysis and fingerprinting
About us:
Wellspring Home Health Agency's mission is to provide professional and paraprofessional services to clients in their homes assisting them to achieve the highest level of potential in their day-to-day self-care activities. We are committed to providing high quality, multidisciplinary care by professionals who recognize the need for a comprehensive assessment of needs from both the client and professional's point of view. Our goals and services are based on two fundamental philosophical principles: the belief in the innate worth of the sick, aged, and disabled individual and the belief that each individual, regardless of age, race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, or handicap(s) is entitled to maximize his or her potential as a human being and as a member of society.
Interested Candidates can go to our website and complete an application: www.wellspringhomehealth.com
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Location: All Pierce and Thurston Country Washington.
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