LPN, Healthcare Nursing

LPN - $3,500 Sign on Bonus - 9077

Department:
Hospice of the Northwest

Schedule:

Days - Variable

Position Type:
Full Time 0.6 FTE or More

Base Wage: $33.49 to $48.63

The LPN provides nursing services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse following a plan of care as ordered by the physician and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Functions as a coordinator to ensure records are complete to enable physicians to successfully complete appointments; responsible for the processing of incoming labs and test results for the assigned physician group;

liaison between the patients and their doctors. Is clinically competent; delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patients and other health team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Ability to communicate clinical / educational knowledge to others and maintain up-to-date knowledge and communicate new trends/techniques in nursing.
• Assist MA's as needed, taking brief histories and vital signs.
• Utilize excellent interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively with patients/families from a variety of backgrounds and with varied emotional and medical needs.
• Demonstrates ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Skilled in identifying and problem solving quality improvement issues by participating in the Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) process, chart review, and the education of staff.
• Exhibit efficient time management skills to independently manage assignments.
• Willingness to learn and apply an understanding of the healthcare financial environment, reimbursement, Conditions of Participation and CHAP standards and communicate to patient/family.
• Demonstrates accountability for professional nursing practice, commitment to patient care and commitment to uphold the Patient Bill of Rights.
• Maintains regular communications with the Program Manager or designee to review caseload management and consults with Program Manager or designee regarding decisions impacting clinical staff and the delivery of care.
• Informs the Program Manager or designee of unusual or potentially problematic issues.
• Make decisions in conjunction with the Program Manager that reflect thorough consideration of alternative and creative solutions.
• Shows sensitivity to the impact of decisions on others.
• Actively participates in program development via committees, task forces, or educational efforts.
• Adheres to Administrative SRH/Nursing Service policies.
• Does not incur excessive overtime.
• Demonstrates sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
• Consistently demonstrates the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs.
• Attends required annual in-service programs.
• Complies with SRH's infection control policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager or Designee.
• Maintain ability to float to other departments/locations as assigned.

License Practical Nurse Degree and current license in Washington State.

Minimum of two years applicable clinical experience as an LPN preferred.

Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in Washington State. Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Certification (BLS) required. Hospice LPNs:
Current Washington State driver's license and insured (must provide proof of insurance), and have or have access to reliable transportation (travel to patient's homes is a requirement of this position).

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, and customer service skills. Must possess strong organization skills, with the ability to work independently while coordinating multiple competing priorities. Must have the ability to handle conflict in a professional manner and maintain a professional attitude at all times, serving as a positive role model for the team. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and stay organized while remaining flexible and cooperative in performing job responsibilities.

May provide training to co-workers, clients, peers on a variety of subjects from nursing practices/trends/techniques to new employee training as requested. Participates in staff selection, orientation of new personnel, and if qualified serves as a preceptor. Works efficiently, always striving toward improved processes that save time and energy while promoting safety and compassion. Minimizes waste/good steward of limited resources.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very…