Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Rehabilitation

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide patient care services in our 60-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation facility located in Tacoma, WA. In this role, you will work with patients across the psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of care under the supervision of a registered nurse, utilizing specialized rehabilitation nursing interventions to support patient recovery and functional improvement.

Clinical Setting

This position is based at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint operation with Lifepoint Health and Franciscan Health. The facility specializes in acute inpatient rehabilitation care.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications safely and accurately based on patient age and clinical condition, following proper medication administration procedures to minimize medication errors
• Assist the RN with initial assessments and patient reassessments per policy
• Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions
• Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision
• Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly
• Assess and reassess pain; use appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families
• Perform all patient care tasks in a manner that promotes patient safety and reduces medical errors
• Develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs
• Meet the communication needs of patients and families

Schedule

• Full-time position
• Day shift, 3x12 hour shifts
• Rotating weekends and holidays
• No call requirement

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited licensed practical/vocational nurse program
• Current state licensure as Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• CPR/BCLS certification

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS certification
• IV certification
• Minimum six months of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting

Compensation and Benefits

• Wage scale: $32.00 - $47.10 per hour
• Union position
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs including life, accident, and critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement and loan assistance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness support
• Professional development and growth opportunities