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Employer Job Description
From Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
- Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
- Status: FT & PRN
- Schedule: FT days & PRN all shifts
- Wage: $35 - $44
- Location: Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont - 2051 Pottery Ave, Port Orchard, WA 98366
- Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com
Job Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse provides basic nursing care, including vital signs, medication administration, wound care, and assisting residents with daily activities, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN)
Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
Basic Nursing Care:
Vital Signs: Accurately measure and record vital signs like temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and respirations.
Medication Administration: Administer medications as prescribed by a physician, following facility protocols and under the supervision of an RN.
Wound Care: Perform wound care, including changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection.
Hygiene and Mobility: Assist residents with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing, and mobility.
Nutrition and Hydration: Ensure residents receive proper nutrition and hydration, assisting with feeding if necessary.
Patient Monitoring:
Patient History: Record a patient's history and current condition.
Observation: Observe and document changes in a resident's condition, reporting any concerns to the RN.
Communication: Communicate effectively with residents, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Collaboration and Supervision:
RN Supervision: Work under the supervision of an RN, following their guidance and instructions.
CNA Supervision: Supervise certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in providing basic nursing care.
Teamwork: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure residents receive comprehensive care.
Other Duties:
Patient Safety: Maintain a safe environment for residents, following infection control protocols and other safety guidelines.
Documentation: Accurately document all care provided, including medications administered, vital signs, and any observations.
Emotional Support: Provide emotional support and comfort to residents and their families.
Requirements
Requirements and Qualifications
- Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in this state.
- Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.
- Prefer experience in long term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and or critical care clinical setting.
- Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
Benefits
- At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
- 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
- EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
- Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
- Generous employee referral bonus program.
- Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
- Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.
- Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
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