LPN- Home Health

Job Description

Peace Health is seeking an LPN‑Home Health for a Full‑Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. Salary range $28.36–$42.03. Hiring rate is dependent on factors such as education, training, work experience, collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

• Implements and evaluates patient care under the supervision of an RN. Participates in the development of a patient‑specific care plan.
• Provides direct patient care including administering medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Documents patient care in health record according to department standards.
• Assigns, prioritizes, requests and accepts guidance and assistance from others to assure delivery of care in a safe and timely manner.
• Ensures own professional effectiveness through continued education and professional development.
• Assists in transporting patients, specimens, supplies and equipment and maintaining and stocking supplies to assure optimal functioning of the department.
• May triage patient phone calls, counsel patients, provide patient education, take patient histories, administer prescribed medications, change dressings, clean wounds and monitor patient vital signs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Education: Accredited State Board of Nursing LPN Program.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year. Preferred:
  Clinical experience as an LPN.
• Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age‑specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
• Credentials (Upon Hire): Licensed Practical Nurse – Washington;
  Basic Life Support;
  Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Skills: Basic computer skills including familiarity with MS Office applications;
  Cooperative working and interpersonal skills;
  Well organized, detail oriented, flexible, able to function independently;
  Proficient with IV’s.

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment.
• Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment;
  Perform hands‑on CPR at least 20 mins using 100‑125 lbs. of force (National EMS Physicians and AHA).
• Lifting (non‑patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.
• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids;
  Must complete tasks in a noisy environment.
• Vision and hearing required within normal limits.

Peace Health is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. Full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; expanded EAP and mental health program.

EEO affirmative action employer/vets/disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.