LPN - Pacific Ridge

Company: Avamere Health Services, LLC
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

LPN - Pacific RidgeCategoryNursingShiftDay, Evening, or NocHoursFull-TimeUnion PositionNoStateWAZip98404Overview$7,500 Sign on Bonus!(full-time only)At Avamere, our mission is to enhance the life of every person we serve.This includes our patients, residents, patient and resident family members, and our fellow co-workers.WE OFFER:Competitive WagesGrowth OpportunitiesTuition ReimbursementFree Meals for EmployeesLicensed Practical Nurse/LPN Full-time 8 or 12-hour Shifts AvailableFull-time Day, Evening and Night Avamere at Pacific Ridge3625 E. B StreetTacoma, WA 98404(253) 475-2507The primary responsibility of this position is to implement and maintain established nursing objectives and standards, provide direct nursing care to the residents and supervise the day to day nursing activities performed by the CNAs.Responsibilities/Qualifications/SkillsetAs a Licensed Practical Nurse your responsibilities would include: Prepare and administer medications and review medication cards for completeness and accuracy. Provide planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care Supervise execution of the resident plan of care and participate in development of the plan of care Communicate changes in patients'' clinical condition with Physicians, Nursing Supervisor/Manager, and co-workers as appropriateAs a Licensed Practical Nurse you will need to have:A nursing degree from an accredited college or universityA current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in this stateCurrent BLS CertificationExperience in a subacute care or long term care setting preferredWe Offer:A positive team environmentCompetitive base pay Tuition AssistanceMedical, dental, vision, life and disability insuranceAdditional insurance options including hospital indemnity coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insuranceGenerous paid time off / paid sick leave 401(k) Plan with company contributionsFree meals to employeesReimbursement for public transportation costs (i.e. bus passes, toll fares) Facility InformationTacoma, Washington is nestled just south of Seattle against Commencement Bay and the South Puget Sound with sweeping views of Mt. Rainier. With an attractive cost of living, a vibrant waterfront, and close proximity to outdoor wonders like Point Defiance Park, it''s no wonder over 200,000 people are proud to call Tacoma home. Here you will find Avamere at Pacific Ridge, a 102-bed skilled nursing community which specializes in serving seniors suffering from dementia, cognitive impairment, and psychiatric conditions. The community offers quality memory care and behavioral health programs. With a tuition reimbursement program and employee assistance program offering services like financial assistance and therapy sessions, employees have the support needed in their professional and personal lives. Avamere at Pacific Ridge team members strive for excellence in quality care, a comfortable environment, and bringing joy to their residents. This is evident in their recognition as part of the American Health Care Associations Quality Initiative Recognition Program. Get to know more about Avamere at Pacific Ridge on their blog and Facebook. Avamere Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employerby Jobble

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