LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

*Location* Kent, WA *REPORTS TO: *Director of Nursing Services (DON) *JOB SUMMARY: *The licensed practical nurse is responsible for making decisions that are based on the individual's educational preparation and nursing experience, and for providing nursing services as ordered on patient plan of care.
Reports problems/potential problems to RN/Case Manager.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Participation in the nursing process by providing input to the clients plan of care * Implementing the care plan as written * Evaluating effectiveness of care plan, make recommendations for revisions as appropriate.
* Records all pertinent observations and treatments as per agency policies.
Prepares clinical progress notes and provide appropriate documentation of service in keeping with agency policies and procedures.
* Provide for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of the client * Perform nursing procedures for which he/she has been trained * Notify appropriate person about unusual symptoms and/or changes in conditions of clients * Participate in case conferences, team meetings and performance improvement activities as assigned * Provides proof of current license by the state.
Provides necessary information to verify education and work experiences * Participates in in-service programs * Practices safely and competently within the job description * Complies with all state regulatory acts * Complies with all agency policies and procedures including HIPAA Privacy Rules * Provides documentation of high tech certification in appropriate; performs duties as qualified/authorized * Maintains patient/business confidentiality QUALIFICIATIONS:Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing and currently licensed in the state of the HHA.
Must have one year current experience in accredited hospital or accredited nursing home within two years previous to employment.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.
00 - $85,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Medical specialties: * Home Health Standard shift: * Day shift * Evening shift * Night shift Weekly schedule: * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Work Location: In person