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Licensed Practical Nurse

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Mount Vernon, Washington

Eligibility
LPN

Posted Sep 15

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Term
Permanent

Pay and benefits

Against the board
Washington nursing median is $55/hrWashington nursing postings that state pay run $36/hr to $73/hr, the middle half $46/hr to $67/hr, across 1035 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

What's around it?

In Mount Vernon, WA· © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap

Living costs about 2% above the US average

Median rent
$1,405/mo
Household income
$75,777/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Mount Vernon, WA

From Census ACS 2024.

About this role

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality nursing care to patients across diverse settings, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. Your expertise will support patient recovery, manage chronic conditions, and assist in health education. This position offers an engaging opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while working within a collaborative and energetic environment.

*Responsibilities*

  • Deliver direct patient care by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and performing clinical assessments with precision and compassion.
  • Assist with complex procedures such as IV infusion, catheterization, wound care, and sterile techniques following established protocols.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed medical documentation using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and long-term care regulations.
  • Conduct patient triage over the phone or in person, assessing urgency levels for emergency room or urgent care situations.
  • Support discharge planning by educating patients and families on post-care instructions, medication management, and follow-up appointments.
  • Ensure infection control standards are upheld through proper hand hygiene, sterilization procedures, and adherence to safety policies.

*Skills*

  • Proven experience working with diverse patient populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia or Alzheimer's disease, and those requiring hospice or memory care.
  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding, and diagnostic evaluation techniques.
  • Skilled in performing physical examinations, specimen collection/processing, venipuncture, phlebotomy, suturing, and airway management.
  • Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner or Athenahealth; experience managing electronic health records efficiently.
  • Ability to handle acute pain management cases in settings like ICU or Level I Trauma Centers; experience in emergency medicine or hospital medicine is highly valued.
  • Excellent caregiver communication skills to effectively educate patients and coordinate with healthcare teams across settings including skilled nursing facilities and home & community care environments.
  • Knowledge of infection control practices, HIPAA confidentiality policies, first aid procedures, and long-term care regulations.

Join us to be part of a vibrant team committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care! Your expertise as an LPN will help transform lives through compassionate service while advancing your professional growth in a supportive environment that values your skills and dedication.

Pay: $35.00 - $46.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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