What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN position at Newport Hospital and Health Services?
Primary Scheduled Hours: Days, part time benefitted position. 48 hours per pay period.
Job Summary: Assesses and implements the nursing care of residents within an Assisted Living setting with the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsible for ensuring continuity of care of the residents between shifts by providing direct care as well as supervising the care given by NA-Cs and supportive staff members. Participates in resident and family teaching. Maintains the role of resident advocate with a focus on the facility’s mission. Delivers and executes daily routine nursing care and services to residents in an Assisted Living setting which may include passing of medicine, vital sign assessment, assisting higher level nursing staff, etc. Works as a team member to provide quality care that is focused on the comfort and wellbeing of the patient and family. Makes independent decisions in the execution of daily routine duties.
Essential Job Functions:
- Assesses residents on admission and as needed when conditions change.
- Assesses the resident’s condition and nursing needs, prescribes appropriate nursing action.
- Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.
- Educates the resident, family, and caregivers regarding pain management.
- Documents changes in resident’s condition in electronic medical record as well as care plan.
- Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results.
- Administers medications and follows the Rights of Medication Administration and reduces the potential for medication errors.
- Performs all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
- Meets current documentation standards and policies.
- Notifies physician of changes in resident’s condition and follows through until appropriate action is taken.
Education Background and Experience Requirements
Minimum Education:
Graduate of an accredited LPN or RN program.
Required Licensure / Certifications:
Current Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in State of Washington.
Current certification in IV therapy.
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficient with Point Click Care and Epic.
Professional Requirements:
- Maintain regulatory requirements
- Report to work on time and as scheduled; complete work within designated timelines.
- Demonstrates the ability to adhere to the mission, ethics and goals of the District.
- Demonstrates the ability to communicate with patients, guests and staff in a courteous, respectful and helpful manner.
Compensation/How We Care For You:
Successful candidates typically begin between the beginning and midpoint of the compensation range dependent on qualifications/experience and receive compensation in increments increases annually.
Comprehensive benefit package including:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement with a 6% dollar for dollar employer match
- Life and Disability Insurance
- AFLAC
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval
- Gym membership
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Opportunities
Newport Hospital & Health Services (NHHS) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. NHHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
NHHS employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
NHHS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.
