PRN Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse- Pierce County-Tacoma

Signature Healthcare at Home is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in the Pierce County and Tacoma area. This PRN position offers the flexibility of part-time work while supporting patients who wish to remain in their home setting. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse, implementing individualized plans of care and collaborating with the healthcare team to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Clinical Setting

This is a home health nursing role serving patients throughout Pierce County and Tacoma. You will visit patients in their homes to provide skilled nursing care and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act
• Implement nursing care following comprehensive patient assessment and the established plan of care
• Document patient services accurately and timely to reflect the plan of care
• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education related to diagnosis and individualized care plans
• Use and prepare equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
• Provide appropriate pain and symptom management, and evaluate patient response to treatments and medications
• Report significant changes in patient condition to the RN Case Manager
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities
• Complete mandatory annual education requirements to maintain competence
• Meet productivity expectations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse or Clinical Manager

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in Washington State
• Valid driver's license with a personally owned, insured automobile in good working order
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to perform physical demands of the role, including prolonged walking or standing, lifting and transferring patients, lifting supplies and equipment, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Adequate visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• One to two years of nursing experience
• Community health or medical/surgical nursing experience
• Knowledge of geriatric population and their common needs and concerns

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• PRN/Part-time employment

Compensation

• $37 to $42 per hour, depending on experience