Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 

Must Have SNF Experience as a Nurse

PRN Only

Job Summary 

Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center   in Tacoma, WA is seeking a  Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)  responsible for resident services and other duties assigned, performing duties with other staff and volunteers as appropriate. Duties include medication assistance/administration, nursing services, dining services and others as needed for resident well-being. Trains other staff as assigned. 

Essential Functions:

• Supervises nursing care to residents

• Complies with state and Federal Regulations

• Works Collaboratively with members of the healthcare team

• Maintains standards of professional nursing practice. 

• Provides back-up to Director of Nursing when needed.

• Reviews assignments with Director of Nursing and Administrator.

• Observes changes in resident status, needs or preferences, and communicates them appropriately to the Director of Nursing and/or Resident Care Manager.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to procedures for fire, life safety, disaster, security, work, safety, and other emergency procedures.

• Notifies physician, RN and/or designated agent(s) of resident status/change as appropriate. Receives and executes written and verbal orders from the physician or designated agent, as permitted by state regulations.

Education, Licensure, & Experience Requirements:

• Must possess a current LPN license in good standing.

• Must have at least 1 year of experience in healthcare.

• Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities. 

Benefit Highlights:

• Competitive Wages 

• Medical Insurance 

• Dental Insurance 

• Vision Insurance 

• Paid Time Off 

Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center
6220 S Alaska St, Tacoma, WA 98408, USA

Evergreen Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.