LPN Licensed Practical Nurse $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Life Care Center of Kennewick•Kennewick, WA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its team at a skilled nursing facility. The LPN delivers quality nursing care through interpersonal contact and provides care and services that support patients in attaining or maintaining the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role includes monitoring and reporting changes in patients’ conditions and assigning duties, instructing, and providing clinical supervision to CNAs. Facilities serve long-term care residents who need ongoing skilled support and daily assistance, as well as short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Care is delivered collaboratively by interdisciplinary nursing, therapy, and medical teams to a diverse patient population, including people with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs. Patient mix varies by facility. The position is listed as full-time or PRN, with night-shift schedules available. New graduates are welcome. The wage range is $41.00–$49.98, depending on experience (DOE). A sign-on bonus is described as negotiable; the heading also advertises a $7,500 sign-on bonus. Evening and night shift differentials are available.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited LPN program.
Current license or registration in the applicable state.
Maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Knowledgeably and competently deliver quality nursing care.
Excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.

Nice To Haves

One year of skilled nursing experience is preferred.
New graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

Deliver quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact.
Provide care and services that support patients in attaining or maintaining the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Monitor and report changes in patients’ conditions.
Assign duties to CNAs, provide instruction, and provide clinical supervision.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant action.
Provide customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.