Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Bellingham, Washington
Posted Sep 4
- Unit
- Geriatrics
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Per Diem
- Setting
- Long Term Care
- Accepts
- LPN
- Patients
- Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Pay differential
- $1.00 shift differential for Eves
- Night differential
- $3.00 shift differential for Noc
The median for nursing in Washington is $44/hr, across 574 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham is now hiring for Licensed Practical Nurse LPNs to join our outstanding team!
PRN shifts available
$40.50 - $48.05/hr
$1.00
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- shift differential for Eves
$3.00
- shift differential for Noc
**Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.**
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician or other health care provider authorized by the state; the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the development, implementation and modification of the comprehensive plan of care for facility residents and will practice within the legal boundaries for practical nursing authorized by the state for the delivery of patient care and related services.
Qualifications Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in practicing state. Demonstrates understanding that state and Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility. Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development.
Demonstrates working knowledge of infection control principles and practices. Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members. Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software.
Must have ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Must pass criminal background investigation, reference inquiry, and vaccine mandate attestation requirements of either having been vaccinated or present documentation needed for a medical or religious exemption. Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.
Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you believe this posting does not comply with WA law, send notice to Legal@avalonhealthcare.com. This facility complies with the Nurse License Compact (NLC) regulations.
Applicants can learn more at https://nursecompact.com.
Sourced from Avalon Health Care Group’s careers page.
Requirements
- Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in practicing state.
- Demonstrates understanding that state and Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility.
- Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development.
- Demonstrates working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.
- Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software.
- Must have ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
- Must pass criminal background investigation, reference inquiry, and vaccine mandate attestation requirements of either having been vaccinated or present documentation needed for a medical or religious exemption.
- Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.
- Avalon Health Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- If you believe this posting does not comply with WA law, send notice to Legal@avalonhealthcare.com.
- This facility complies with the Nurse License Compact (NLC) regulations. Applicants can learn more at https://nursecompact.com.
Benefits
- Continuing education credits
Place
- City
- Bellingham, Washington
- Median rent
- $1,577/mo
- Local household income
- $66,755/yr
- Metro price level
- 3% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Bellingham area index 103.3, where 100 is the national average.
Bellingham sits between the Salish Sea and Mount Baker, offering outdoorsy RNs easy access to skiing, kayaking, and hiking. The historic Fairhaven district has local shops and waterfront strolls, while Western Washington University keeps the college-town energy lively. It's a midsized Pacific Northwest city that feels small, scenic, and close to both Seattle and Vancouver, BC.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.
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Avalon Health Care Group (Avalon Health Care Management, Inc.) is a post-acute care company founded over 30 years ago by Lewis Garrett and a partner. The company operates skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities, providing long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and related…
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