Part-Time LVN Shift Care

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part-Time Swing
Reports To: Director of Nursing

Location: Northpoint Washington (Adult inpatient in Edmonds, WA)

Schedule: Friday and Saturday 4pm-12:30am

Compensation: $36-42/hour + Shift Differential

Position Summary
As a key member of the Northpoint team, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part-Time will provide and oversee the medical services provided to a caseload of patients. This licensed nursing professional will act as the medical treatment plan coordinator for the multi-disciplinary team in the development and implementation of the master treatment plan and the discharge plan for each patient. This person will actively communicate with support staff, treatment teams, providers, and outside agencies on treatment and safety issues pertaining to patients and their family members. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part-Time will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider, and will perform duties according to established patient care protocols, standards, and procedures. This position is expected to complete all documentation associated with these duties in a professional and timely manner.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to multidisciplinary team as necessary

Administer medications to patients, and engage in education process

Utilize de-escalation skills when exposed to volatile patients to maintain personal safety for the patient and other individuals in our care

Provide admission, orientation, education and discharge plans to patients, families and others to aid in the treatment process

Consult with the multidisciplinary treatment team in the development of treatment plans and discharge planning to strive for excellent patient care

Participate in the maintenance of a clean, orderly and safe environment, and report needs for repairs and maintenance to appropriate staff

Admissions and discharges of patients

Obtain vital signs, monitor symptoms and document in the patient record

Comply with all laws, regulations, and scope of licensure

Monitor patients on an ongoing basis to continually assess needs and facilitate medical treatment and interventions

Document medical assessment, diagnosis, progress notes, roundings, and other treatment planning items in a timely manner to assure comprehensive and quality patient care

Actively participate as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and maintain effective working relationships with employees and peers

Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times

Oversee and participate in the quality assurance and compliance activities of the facility

Provide medical updates to utilization review and representatives of managed care to best coordinate reimbursement of treatment services

Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies and procedures and standards of care

Other clinically appropriate services and special projects as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state where services are rendered

Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age

Current and nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Knowledge of computer and electronic medical records systems

Enthusiasm, passion for working with people, and an internal drive to improve the lives of individuals in our care

Must maintain applicable state licensure requirements throughout duration of employment

Ability to work with a diverse population along with interpersonal skills and knowledge required for treating patients in area of assigned specialty

Demonstrated ability to hold strong personal boundaries and ability to build rapport with patients

Must understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

Excellent organizational abilities

Excellent written and oral communication skillsAttention to detail and accuracy

Patient service oriented (both internal and external)

Creative and persistent problem solver

Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner

Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization

Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information

Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Part-Time Benefits Include

Sick Leave

Employee Referral Bonuses

401K Retirement Plan & Employer Match

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is meant to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making fair pay decisions about jobs.

Employees with potential access to protected health information must comply with all procedures and guidelines governed by HIPAA.

Northpoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northpoint is an At-Will employer. Employment may be terminated at any time by employee, or employer with or without notice.

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