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KINDRED REHAB AKA VENCARE REHAB SERVICES Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Tacoma, Washington
Description $5000 Commitment Incentive Bonus CHI Franciscan Rehabilitation Hospital is a 60-bed freestanding inpatient physical rehabilitation hospital which opened in 2018. Here, we serve patients recovering from stroke, brain and spinal-cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries, and other conditions. The hospital is a joint venture partnership between CHI Franciscan Health and Kindred Healthcare. Provides patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of a registered nurse. We offer 12-hour shifts, competitive pay, plus a generous benefits package that includes: *Medical insurance *Dental insurance *Vision insurance *Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance *Accident insurance *Critical illness insurance *Hospital Indemnity Plan *Life insurance *Pet insurance *Identity Theft Protection *Legal Assistance Plan *401(K) savings plan with employer matching contributions *Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays per year What you will do in this role: Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient's needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient's condition and individual needs Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management Other duties as assigned Qualifications Graduate of accredited licensed practical/ vocational nurse program. Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse. CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred. IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred Minimum six months' Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. The range for this position will be $27 to $34 per hour. We would expect those hired into this job would be paid within this pay range, however, certain circumstances may allow us to pay outside of this range. CHI Franciscan Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF-accredited for our Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program and Stroke Specialty Program. Recruiter - Elizabeth L Bergman Primary Location: WA-Tacoma Organization: 3843 - Franciscan Specialty Care Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. D