LPN

Job Summary

• Performs non-invasive patient tasks including but not limited to routine patient care, support service, in-and out-patient care.
•  Must have a valid Washington State Nursing License, CPR, TB, Picture ID, SS Card, Immunizations.  Must have one or more of the following: hospital, LTC, Homecare/Hospice experience, Corrections.

Job Summary

General Accountabilities

• Performs routine tasks under direct supervision of head nurse or medical staff.
• Answers patients’ calls, delivers messages, serves meals, makes beds, assists patients with eating, dressing, bathing, etc.
• May perform other routine tasks including taking temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, etc.
• Escorts patients into and out of examine and waiting rooms.
• Reports any physical, emotional or mental changes to appropriate medical staff.
• Checks-in patients and documents appropriate information including medical history.
• Maintains medicinal supplies.
• Practices safety and health standards.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School or GED
• Minimum Experience: 1 year of Supervised experience within the last 3 years.

Competencies

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions; Demonstrates presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Presents data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Formulates realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a polite and tactful manner; Maintains composure and reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.