Licensed Practical Nurse - Avamere Riverpark

Avamere • Eugene, OR

106d • $34

About The Position

Avamere is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Skilled Nursing facility. The position offers a starting wage of $34.25/hr, with additional compensation based on experience. This is a full-time role with shifts available during the day (6a-2p), evenings (2p-10p), and nights (10p-6a). The location is Avamere Riverpark of Eugene, situated at 425 Alexander Loop, Eugene, OR 97401.

Requirements

• Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in this state.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
• Must chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and resident's response to care.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records and computer documentation systems.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete required record keeping in regards to your role in admitting, transferring and discharging residents.
• Coordinate with nursing staff and support personnel daily to plan the shifts' services, programs and activities to ensure the resident's total regimen of care is maintained.
• Prepare and administer medications and review medication cards for completeness and accuracy.
• Review resident care plans for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches and revisions based on nursing needs.
• Plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care.
• Provide leadership to nursing personnel and make daily rounds of your unit to ensure staff is providing direct care in accordance with resident's care plan and wishes.
• Develop and maintain rapport with nursing staff, other department personnel, residents, family members, and all other individuals involved in resident's care.
• Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with low individual and family deductible.
• 401(k) Plan with matching program after 90 days of employment.
• Accrue up to 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, 6 holidays, and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and discount programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Associate degree