LPN OR RN NEEDED IN VANCOUVER WA

Job Description: Registered Nurse (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Adult Family Home (Ventilator and Tracheostomy Care), Vancouver, WA Employment Type: 12-Hour Shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in an adult family home specializing in ventilator-dependent patients with tracheostomies. This position offers an excellent opportunity for new nurses or those with limited experience to gain hands-on skills in airway management, wound care, ostomy care, foley catheter care, PEG tube management, and occasional IV medication administration.

Our supportive team environment and personalized training make this a great setting to develop expertise in caring for medically complex patients while providing compassionate, high-quality care in a smaller, more intimate healthcare setting. Caregiver-to-resident ratio of 2:5

Key Responsibilities

1. Airway Management:

o Perform tracheostomy care and ensure proper functioning of ventilators.

o Manage suctioning and maintain airway patency as needed.

o Monitor respiratory status and respond promptly to any changes in condition.

2. Wound Care:

o Provide wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.

o Follow physician orders and best practices for wound healing.

3. Ostomy and Foley Catheter Care:

o Manage ostomy appliances, perform skin care around stomas, and address patient needs related to ostomy care.

o Perform foley catheter care, including insertion, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

4. PEG Tube Management:

o Administer feedings and medications via PEG tube as prescribed.

o Ensure cleanliness and functionality of feeding tubes and equipment.

5. Medication Administration:

o Properly administer medications using the 5 Rights of Medication Administration: right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, and right time.

o Monitor patients for medication effects and side effects, and document findings accurately.

6. IV Medication Administration (Occasional):

o Prepare and administer IV medications as needed under physician orders.

o Monitor IV sites for patency and signs of complications.

7. Patient Monitoring and Assessment:

o Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' conditions, including regular skin assessments to monitor for pressure sores, wounds, or other skin-related issues.

o Monitor vital signs and document findings accurately.

o Follow infection prevention techniques to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents and staff.

o Report changes in patient status to the care team or physician as necessary.

8. Team Collaboration:

o Work collaboratively with caregivers as a team to ensure patient hygiene and assist with Q2 (every 2-hour) turns.

o Provide guidance and support to caregivers to ensure consistent, high-quality care.

9. Communication:

o Work closely with caregivers and other team members to provide holistic, patient-centered care.

o Communicate effectively with family members and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans.

Qualifications

· License:

o Active Washington State RN or LPN license in good standing.

o If currently licensed in Oregon, must obtain a Washington State license before starting employment.

· Experience:

o No prior experience required—new graduates and nurses with limited experience are welcome!

o Prior experience in tracheostomy or ventilator care is a plus but not required; on-the-job training will be provided.

· Skills:

o Strong attention to detail and ability to follow care protocols.

o Compassionate and patient-focused mindset.

o Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

· Current CPR and First Aid certification.

· Familiarity with adult family home regulations in Washington State.

Benefits

· Competitive hourly wage.

· $1,000 bonus after 6 months of employment.

· Employer-Sponsored Insurance or Stipend available after 90 days of employment.

· Opportunity to gain specialized skills in ventilator and tracheostomy care.

· Supportive team environment with training and mentorship provided.

· Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Vancouver, WA 98683: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38