LPN (Supported Living)

Sunrise Services, Inc. is looking for an LPN to join the team!

About the Program:

We believe diversity fuels innovation and are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and veteran status. Together, we’re building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where every voice is heard.

Sunrise Services is a social services agency that focuses on providing for the unmet needs of vulnerable individuals in our community and honor our employees who serve them. We provide caregiving services, behavioral health resources, vocational services, and much more! Our work is essential and dedicated to serving those who are elderly, disabled, or have mental health challenges.

The Supported Living Program offers assisted-living services to adults with a wide variety of developmental disabilities and varying levels of skill and independence. At Sunrise, we promote a high quality of life, self-determination, and independence, by providing needed support for daily living tasks.

Take the leap and make a difference with us!

Essential Functions: (Tasks, Responsibilities, and Competencies. May not include all duties of this job)

• Assessment: Makes basic observations, gathers data, and assists in the identification of needs and problems relevant to the resident; collects specific data as directed, and communicates outcomes of the data collection process in a timely fashion to the supervisor.
• Problem Identification. Provides data to assist in the development of nursing diagnoses which are central to the plan of care.
• Planning. Contributes to the development of approaches to meet the needs of the Clients and develops client care plans utilizing a standardized nursing care plan and assists in setting priorities for care.
• Implementation. Carries out planned approaches to client care and performs common therapeutic techniques.
• Evaluation. In collaboration with the RN, assists with making adjustments in the care plan. Reports outcomes of care to the RN.
• Assists in health teaching of residents and provides routine health information and instruction recognizing individual differences.
• Collect bio-medical information from residents such as blood pressure, heart rate, weight, etc.
• Provide supervision, management and administration of medication to Clients; provide instruction to Client and staff for the use of any and all prescribed medications and medical treatments including administering, storage and side effects. Pick-up or arrange for renewal of current medications, as well as arranging the disposal of outdated or discontinued medications.
• Provide nutritional input for menus / meal planning to ensure resident needs are met.
• Maintain charts and files for all residents on a regular basis including the documentation of all appointments, medications, correspondence, and conversations. Keep up-to-date health records that will be consistently and reliably available to authorized staff, Sunrise departments, community offices, County agencies, and the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). Maintain the health records of all dismissed or discharged residents for 6 years.
• Ensure that all health records are maintained as privileged and confidential information pursuant to Sunrise policy, governmental regulations, and industry best practices. Allow confidential records to only be inspected by or transferred to authorized persons, such as legal guardians or persons possessing the resident’s written consent.
• Document case notes / incidents for each shift.
• Serve as Shift Lead for assigned shifts; provide support and leadership to Direct Care Supervisor, Direct Support Professional on shift in coordination with or the absence of the Program Manager/Supported Living Director to ensure correct follow-up actions and notifications regarding incidents to outside agencies and individuals as required by Sunrise Supported Living Incident Reporting policy; respond to any scheduling/staff “call in” needs; ensure housekeeping duties for the shift are completed.

Essential Requirements: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience)

• Education: AA degree in nursing or other required nursing education for an LPN.
• Experience: Two years of experience in providing health care and support to, mentally ill, physically disabled or developmentally disabled individuals. Any other acceptable combination of education and experience, which insures the ability to perform the duties of this position may be substituted for the above requirements.
• Licensure/Certification: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) per WAC 246-840.

Other Considerations:

• Current valid Washington driver’s license, with excellent driving record and $50,000 liability insurance.
• DSHS background clearance required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and demonstrated leadership ability.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in challenging dynamic situations including behavioral and staffing issues.
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time, perform light lifting (approximately 10-20 pounds), and physically assist unsteady residents.
• Must be able to perform physical aspects of position that may include carrying groceries, laundry, and other personal belongings; reaching at waist, above shoulders or below knees, walking up and down stairs, etc.

Compensation:

• $35-$48/hour
• All wages are determined by applicable industry experience, education, and
• certifications/licensure.

Why Sunrise Services, Inc?

• An abundance of opportunity for growth and development
• Supportive, Team-driven culture
• Competitive benefits and Compensation plan
• Making a true difference in the community, and the lives of vulnerable individuals

Check out our About Us video here: Sunrise Services Inc. About Us

To comply with Federal law, Sunrise Services participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $35.00 - $48.00 per hour

Physical Setting:

• Assisted living facility

Application Question(s):

• Would you like to receive text messages regarding this job opportunity?

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)
• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $48