Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Overview

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.

• Must have SNF experience as a nurse.
• Shifts available: 8 hour, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (4-2 rotation); 8 hour, 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. (4-2 rotation).

• 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 the Director of Nursing when needed.
• Reviews assignments with the 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.

• 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.

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

• 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.