Wound Nurse LPN

Avalon Care Center at Northpointe in Spokane is now hiring a Wound Nurse (LPN) to join our outstanding team. $43.00 – $48.95 /hr Tuesday – Saturday Full‑time are eligible for: 401K Medical, Dental & Vision FSA & Dependent Care FSA Life Insurance AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance Minimum pay – $43.00 /hr Maximum pay – $48.95 /hr Part‑time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On–Call are not eligible for any of the above except 401K. Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions. Responsibilities Provide input for individualized plan of care in collaboration with the resident/responsible party and interdisciplinary care team by documenting problems, statements, goals, and approaches. Define realistic and obtainable long‑ and short‑term goals for the residents. Initiate appropriate nursing interventions with time frames for outcome evaluations and document appropriately in the medical record. Revise plan of care with input from resident/responsible party and interdisciplinary care team. Implement teaching with resident/responsible party consistent with interdisciplinary plan of care. Deliver and maintain optimum resident care and comfort by demonstrating knowledge and skills of current nursing practices. Transcribe physician and/or other health‑care professional’s orders appropriately and accurately. Ask for clarification of questionable orders from the ordering physician and/or other health‑care professional. Notify physician and/or other health‑care professional if orders are not carried out and document the event appropriately. Perform only those activities which are within the scope of LPN/LVN nursing practice. Follow company, facility and departmental policies and procedures, and appropriately utilize nursing judgment. Ensure accurate documentation of all medical records and reporting forms. Promptly respond to call lights and other resident needs. Qualifications Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the practicing state. Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics. Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control principles and practices. Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development. Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents, and family members. Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule. Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers, and other facility staff. Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr