Licensed Practical Nurse

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and customer service by the care department within a designated area of the community.

The LPN leads and supervises staff to maintain an efficient and caring environment that meets the needs of residents.

Minimum Qualifications



* Current, in-good-standing LPN license with the State of Washington.


* At least one year of supervisory experience in long-term care, with demonstrated leadership skills.


* Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations and compliance standards.

Job Skills and Requirements

Leadership and Team Management:


* Plan, organize, lead, and control the actions of care and housekeeping staff assigned to the floor or department.


* Ensure adequate staffing levels and assign tasks to ensure effective resident care.


* Provide ongoing leadership to ensure team cooperation, efficient operations, and quality care.

Communication:


* Ability to work and communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, supervisors, and external contacts.


* Maintain high-quality communication and rapport with the RHF Quality Assurance Nurse (QAN) and other team members.

Policy and Procedure Adherence:


* Ensure compliance with Park Place and RHF policies and procedures.


* Adhere to and promote state and federal regulations, ensuring staff awareness of relevant protocols.

Resident Care:


* Oversee and ensure the implementation of individualized service plans that meet the specific needs of each resident.


* Provide direct nursing care as prescribed by physicians and in line with professional nursing standards and regulatory guidelines.

Documentation and Compliance:


* Ensure that care department documentation is accurate and reflects the actual care provided to residents.


* Maintain and review incident reports, ensuring trends or patterns are addressed promptly.

Staff Development and Training:


* Develop and update care department schedules and procedures as necessary.


* Provide in-service training sessions to staff under the direction of the Director of Nursing.


* Conduct interviews, screening, hiring, and recommend termination of staff when necessary, following RHF disciplinary procedures.

Pharmacy and Medication Management:


* Oversee the pharmacy program, including management of drug control books and adherence to state drug disposition procedures.

Infection Control:


* Assist the Director of Nursing in tracking facility infections to ensure appropriate treatment and participate in monthly infection control Quality Assurance (QA) meetings.

Resident and Family Communication:


* Serve as a liaison between residents, families, and external care providers, ensuring families are informed of significant changes in the resident’s condition and coordinating transitions to higher levels of care when necessary.

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