Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - Post Falls, Idaho

Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital in Post Falls, Idaho is a long-term acute care hospital dedicated to patients with serious, medically complex conditions that require extended hospitalization and specialized care. We provide advanced critical care services for individuals recovering from severe illness or injury including ventilator weaning and respiratory therapy, complex wound care, post-intensive care rehabilitation, and management of multiple organ system conditions. Our highly skilled team of physicians, critical care nurses, respiratory therapists, and rehabilitation specialists deliver around-the-clock care with a focus on stabilizing health and promoting recovery. The hospital features advanced monitoring equipment and all private rooms to enhance patient comfort and safety. North Idaho Advanced Care Hospital is expanding its services and will be opening an in-patient rehabilitation (IRU) unit to pair with its long-term acute care beds. The IRU will provide acute rehabilitation services to patients with neurologic, orthopedic, cardiac and respiratory disease. Recognized with the AARC Quality Respiratory Care award and accredited by The Joint Commission, Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital offers a healing, family-like environment where each patient receives compassionate, life-sustaining care on their journey to wellness.

Experience the Charm of North Idaho - Nestled between Coeur d'Alene and Spokane, Post Falls offers stunning natural beauty with easy access to outdoor adventure. Enjoy hiking, boating, fishing, and skiing all within minutes of home, thanks to nearby rivers, lakes, and mountains. With a low cost of living, friendly community, Post Falls is a hidden gem for those seeking a high quality of life. Its blend of small-town feel and proximity to urban amenities makes it an ideal place to live, work, and explore.

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees' work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Professional Growth:

• Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse required
• Current CPR certification required
• One (1) year recent experience in acute care setting preferred

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates awareness of current Infection Control requirements and practices
• Demonstrates clinical proficiency utilizing policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Demonstrates appropriate use of supplies and equipment
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a registered nurse, provides general nursing care to patients. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.