Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse, Respite Care

Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center

FLSA:
Non Exempt (Hourly)
Scale: U-14
Base Salary: $33.39/hour ($67,112.20)
Department:
Medical

Reports to:

Mobile Health Program Manager
Bilingual:
Bilingual Preferred

At Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, we honor all members of our community and acknowledge the dignity of each person we serve. Our purpose is to provide high‑quality, comprehensive primary health care to the communities of Washington and Yamhill counties with a special emphasis on migrant and seasonal farm workers and a view to removing barriers to health care. We strive to provide an environment that welcomes and values the people we employ and serve.

If you are unsure whether you meet all the required qualifications for this role but are interested and passionate about this potential position, we encourage you to apply.

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Clinician, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the respite care setting delivers high‑quality, culturally appropriate, and patient‑centered care. This role involves providing transitional care for patients recovering from acute illnesses or injuries, ensuring continuity of care, and addressing medical, psychosocial, and recovery needs, promoting health stability and continuity of care. The LPN contributes to planning, implementing, and evaluating care plans while adhering to organizational and regulatory standards.

• Patient Care & Flow
  Provide direct, age‑specific care to patients, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed. Monitor and document patient vitals, growth and development needs, and deviations from norms, reporting findings to supervising RN or clinician. Coordinate room turnover, assess patient ambulation, and activities of daily living (ADLs). Perform venipuncture and simple lab testing (e.g., urine dip, hemoccult, glucose monitoring).
• Care Coordination
  Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and execute individualized care plans. Track and document critical follow‑ups using EMR and other electronic systems. Assist patients with scheduling and accessing ancillary services, such as lab work and specialty care. Facilitate care transitions, including discharge planning.
• Health Education
  Taught patients and families about self‑care practices, medication adherence, and chronic disease management. Delivered health education in group or one‑on‑one settings.
• Emergency Response
  Recognized and responded to medical emergencies, such as hypoglycemia, following CPR and emergency triage protocols. Contacted supervising RN/clinician as necessary for assistance with emergent situations.
• Equipment & Supplies
  Cleaned and prepared medical equipment for sterilization; maintained inventory for patient exam rooms and work areas. Used and maintained medical devices such as pulse oximeters, nebulizers, glucometers, and CLIA‑waived lab equipment.
• Quality Improvement
  Participated in quality assurance and improvement activities as requested. Collaborated in organizational initiatives to optimize care delivery.
• HIPAA Compliance
  Accessed and used patient health information (PHI) per minimum necessary guidelines to schedule appointments, answer medical inquiries, and coordinate care.
• Administrative Support
  Assisted with patient scheduling, filing, and other administrative duties as needed. Responded to patient telephone inquiries, including triage and urgent care needs, under supervision.
• Professional Development & Collaboration
  Engaged in staff training, case conferences, and professional development opportunities. Contributed to an inclusive and respectful workplace culture.

• Commitment to providing quality health care to all.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with patients and staff from a wide range of ethnic, economic, cultural and social background.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Professional demeanor.
• Excellent organizational skills.

• Current State of Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse License.
• Current CPR (health care provider level).
• 1 year experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse,…