Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Skilled Nursing

Cascadia EE LLC•Lake Oswego, OR

9d•$36 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

Kruse Way Post Acute is a healthcare provider focused on rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. Its team provides patient-centered rehabilitation and 24-hour skilled nursing care, using individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s and resident’s needs and goals. Under the direction of an RN, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides individual- and family-centered nursing care and treatment to elderly, acutely ill, or injured residents. The LPN applies technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet residents’ and families’ needs, and assists the healthcare team with preventing illness and injury, maintaining wellness, and providing comfort. The listed day shift is 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Pay is $35.88–$48.66 based on experience, with additional differentials of $1 per hour for evening shifts and $1.50 per hour for night shifts. This position is represented by SEIU Local 503 and is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited LPN School of Nursing.
Current valid LPN license in Oregon.
Valid CPR certification.
Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, their family members, and facility staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Point Click Care preferred.
Six months of experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care or assist with care within the LPN’s scope of practice and competency.
Initiate the SBAR process and collaborate with the RN on assessment and recommendations.
Make rounds with physicians and other team members as needed.
Participate in resident evaluations and care planning; review and revise assessments and care plans as permitted by the state nurse practice act.
Coordinate resident care and communicate changes to team members and residents’ families or significant others.
Oversee Medication Aides/Technicians in medication and treatment administration, and administer treatments.
Review, transcribe, communicate, and implement physician orders, obtaining RN signature when required by state regulations; communicate with residents’ physicians.
Assist with emergencies and administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Document care and observations promptly in the clinical record in accordance with company guidelines and applicable laws and regulations.
Participate in medication management by administering medications as ordered, including the next scheduled dose following admission or readmission; notifying the Charge Nurse when medications are unavailable; preparing, administering, and documenting medications; observing and reporting resident responses; identifying and communicating adverse drug reactions; maintaining narcotic records within scope of practice; completing medication interchange and insurance prior authorization tasks as assigned; arranging pharmaceutical orders; and notifying physicians of automatic stop orders.
Complete recapitulated physician order reviews as assigned.
Clean, organize, and replenish medication and treatment cart supplies after use and before shift change.
Complete clinical admission paperwork for new admissions.
Initiate and assist consultants while they provide services; review consultant visit documentation and follow up on recommendations.
Assist with follow-up on qualitative and quantitative medical record audit results.
Communicate and implement pharmacy review and drug regime review recommendations as assigned.
Assist with the clinical discharge process.
Maintain punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
Perform other assigned tasks and conduct responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, policies and procedures, applicable laws, and professional standards.