Elder's Services Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Open: June 3 2025Close: When FilledJob Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Department: Elders Services Reports To: Director of NursingHours: 40 Hrs/Wk Full TimeSalary: Starting at $41.20/hour Benefits Requisition: 753 *Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information call or The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical dental vision life insurance a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing paid holidays and paid time off including birthday Our FacilityLocated on a historically significant site above the Puyallup River in Tacoma our Tribal-funded 12000-square-foot Elders Wellness and Assisted Living facility serves up to 20 Puyallup Tribal Elders. The facility offers breathtaking views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic features indoor and outdoor activity spaces banquet rooms a lounge and library a hall honoring Puyallup Tribal Elders and a comprehensive Health and Wellness Center. Amenities include a state-of-the-art hydrotherapy pool sauna steam room traditional healing room and much Puyallup Tribes Elders House of Respect Residences located in Tacoma to Expect as an LPN for the Puyallup Tribe of Indians Weekend shift differential for evening and NOC shifts Low patient-to-staff ratios:- Current Ratio 1:11 (Max: 1:20) 8-hour shifts available: Day Evening and NOC Patient-centered care A high-functioning team-oriented environmentRequirements for LPN ApplicantsApplicants must be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 and able to provide proof of a TourWe welcome you to tour our facility! To schedule a visit contact HR at: Summary:Works under the direction of the Executive Director & the Director of Nursing. Participates in the planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care within the objectives standards and policies of the department and within the parameters of his/her scope of practice for Elders residing in the House of Respect. Cooperates with the members of the nursing and healthcare Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides direct and individualized nursing care to assigned Elders residing at the House of Respect under the supervision of a registered professional documents and reports Elders condition and reaction to administered medications and administers and records medications and treatments per providers orders and in accordance with the established protocols for equipment and assists during treatment examination and testing of resident when responsibility for the planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care plans and nursing in team conferences sharing knowledge information and ideas among team with hospice/ end of life information concisely accurately and completely in a timely manner in the resident record showing the residents condition and nursing in ordering supplies on a weekly basis and/or as needed. Assists in relevant health education for Elders and their family. Helps patients understand the aging process and how it affects their patients in finding ways of adjusting to aging changes that will allow for a life-style as comfortable as the situation will professional boundaries ethics and confidentiality of the clients personal information personal effects safety health and integrity and standard of personal ethics on and off the job as not to call his/her trustworthiness with clients personal effects into resident information confidential and follows internal procedures to ensure confidentiality is frequently with supervisor and utilizes appropriate channels of other duties as ResponsibilitiesThis position has no direct supervisory responsibilities however may occasionally serve as a first-line supervisor in the absence of the Executive Director of Elders Wellness Services or Director of Nursing and oversee the work of CNAs. This position may also provide on-the-job training or orientation to new hires or employees new to the and RequirementsTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential and/or ExperienceGraduation from an accredited school of nursing. Must have and maintain a current Washington State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license. Minimum two (2) years experience in Elder care within the last four (4) years. Demonstrable triage and assessment skills. Experience and/or ability to work with an Electronic Medical Health Record System. Intermediate computer skills in word processing and spreadsheets and understanding of HIPAA and other relevant policies. Effectively incorporates confidentiality into daily work habits. Follows facility policies and also demonstrate:Must demonstrate appropriate judgment skills to be able to make independent decisions in routine client care take initiative and responsibility for decisions as an individual and exhibit commitment to thegoals and vision of the place the needs of the client first at all times and strive to deliver excellent care to clients in their home or adhere to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to thehighest standards of ethical behavior integrity and honesty. Maintains professionalism and mindful regard to clients privacy personal effects safety health and integrity and standard of personal ethics on and off the job so as not to call trustworthinesswith clients personal effects into promotes a safe and efficient working environment by adhering to the Tribes andDepartments policies and maintains confidentiality of all departmental and client related information. Protects clients right to proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the department is operated in an efficientand cost effective to departmental dress codes as requested by and participates in staff meetings required in-services departmental activities and othermeetings as material equipment and time in a safe beneficial and cost effective manner. Organizesworkload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely SkillsEffectively conveys and receive ideas information and directions. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication. Ability to read and interpret professional journals technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to Elders residents and family SkillsAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts interest commissions proportions percentages area circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule RequirementsMust have and maintain a Licensed Practical Nursing have and maintain a valid Drivers License and proof of automobile insurance and must sign a release of information to obtain a Washington State Driving Abstract. Must have or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid certification within the first 90 days of employment. Must submit and be able to pass a criminal background check prior to employment and periodically after employment. May be required to submit to random drug testing to ensure safety of Skills and AbilitiesAbility and knowledge to work closely with Tribal elders. Must be able to treat members of the community with respect and dignity and be culturally sensitive. Manages difficult and emotional situations DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential the ability to operate a personal computer multi-line telephone calculator facsimile and photocopier and other office the ability to read write communicate and interpret information accurately in the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move 10 to 50 pounds and occasionally up to The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop kneel crouch or crawl; and talk or hear and perform repetitive movements of the upper extremities. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds perform one person transfer under routine and emergency situations reposition a bedbound patient alone. Ability to withstand periodic contact with dog/cat hair dust mold mildew and household cleaning vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Requires the ability to read write communicate and interpret information accurately in the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential noise level is usually moderate. The physical exertion is low to is performed in an office are frequent employee contacts and interruptions during the Puyallup Tribe of Indians reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of Preference Employer as Required by LawOnline Application Tips:1. If you are using a PC use Chrome. If you are using a MAC use Safari.2. 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