Full-time Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse- Pierce County-Tacoma

Signature Healthcare at Home•Federal Way, WA

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About The Position

Signature Healthcare at Home is hiring a Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in Pierce County/Tacoma. The nurse works under the supervision of a registered nurse, follows the plan of care, provides treatments, and collaborates with the care team to support positive patient outcomes. The position is listed as PRN/part-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and an hourly wage of $37–$42, depending on experience. Signature Healthcare at Home provides home health services in Oregon and Washington. Its care approach, “Care Where You Are,” supports clients seeking to remain in their chosen home setting. The organization is a subsidiary of The Pennant Group network, which has more than 300 locations. The employer notes that its local Federal Way-based business operates with the backing and stability of the broader healthcare network.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the state(s) of planned practice.
Licensed driver with an automobile insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and in good working order.
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of the geriatric population and its common needs and concerns.
Able to walk or stand for prolonged or considerable periods.
Able to lift, position, and/or transfer patients.
Able to lift supplies and equipment.
Able to perform considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and/or crouching.
Visual acuity and hearing sufficient to perform required nursing skills.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of nursing experience preferred.
Community health or medical/surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care as defined by the State Nurse Practice Act and under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Implement current nursing practice based on a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
Provide treatments and follow the plan of care.
Document patient services accurately and promptly to reflect the plan of care.
Assess the need for and provide patient and family or caregiver education relevant to the diagnosis and individualized plan of care.
Use and prepare equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Provide appropriate pain and symptom management.
Evaluate patients’ responses to treatments and medications.
Collaborate with team members to support positive patient care outcomes.
Participate in personal and professional growth and development.
Participate in the organization’s quality assessment and performance improvement teams and activities.
Complete mandatory annual education requirements to maintain competence.
Report significant changes in patient condition to the patient’s RN Case Manager.
Meet productivity expectations.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse or Clinical Manager.