What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Touchmark?
Touchmark at Fairway Village is Southwest Washington's premier retirement community. Our goal is to enrich the lives of residents and off-campus clients by providing them with exceptional service in the comfort of their own homes. We are currently seeking two Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN's) to join our team - one Full time position and one Part time/casual position.
Shifts vary, but predominantly day shifts with weekend and holiday rotations
Starting wage $34/hr and up depending on experience!
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with Touchmark, you will enrich lives every day by ensuring residents receive the highest level of dignity and care. You will have the daily opportunity to distinguish yourself by taking the time to be a positive presence in the lives of residents and their family members!
Responsibilities include:
Ensure that quality care is delivered to each resident by holding a team of caregivers accountable for providing person-centered care and following resident care policies and procedures
Coordinate with other team members to ensure smooth move-in experiences for each resident
Working with the Life Enrichment team to coordinate a life enrichment plan for each resident based on remaining strengths, abilities, interests, skills, physician recommendations, social and restorative goals, and personal care requirements
Assist the Health Services Director with staff scheduling, recruitment, and training
Assist with compliance with state regulations, safety regulations, and sanitation requirements.
The ideal candidate will:
Have a commitment to Touchmark’s values (hospitality, compassion, excellence, teamwork, and integrity), as well as a desire to model these values and to encourage others to be allies, friends, and givers
Possess a LPN degree from an accredited school of nursing and be currently licensed as a LPN in the state of Washington
Be willing to be on-call and provide assistance to medication aides and caregivers when needed
Have a genuine interest in caring for elderly residents and working in a geriatric environment
Be proficient with computers, including intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office
Be able to maintain patient and tactful composure when dealing with residents, family members, staff members and visitors
Salary : $34 - $37
