Ocean Beach Hospital and Medical Clinics is seeking a full-time LPN!

1 Full-time, day shift and 1 full-time night shift available.

We are a mission driven non-profit, where we provide compassionate, patient focused care for our community. We value our staff, and our community, and it shows! Unlike the big corporations, we have the time to invest in you and your future. Looking to gain new skills? We love training new staff to grow in their career!

Working for a non-profit also means you would qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

In addition to being part of our amazing staff and organization, you would have the pleasure of living here! The Long Beach Peninsula, in beautiful Pacific County, is located in the very southwest corner of Washington state. It's an easy and scenic drive from both Portland and Seattle as well as a classic Highway 101 destination and part of two scenic byways.

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Why should you choose us?

• $5000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 5 weeks of PTO in your first year.
• 8 paid holidays.
• 8 paid volunteer hours per year.
• Short term disability.
• Retirement plans with a 3% employer match after one year.
• Excellent EAP provider.
• And more!

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Completed all licensure and/or certification requirements.
• BLS required within 6 months of hire (company provided).
• Current LPN license through the Washington State Department of Health.

The primary responsibility of the LPN is to aid the physician in the delivery of medical care, assist the patient in compliance with and understanding of that care, and clerical tasks specifically assigned.

You will incorporate the Hospital Values, Patient-Centered Care philosophy, and goals set forth by the Board of Commissioners into all aspects of job performance.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Accountable for all nursing care delivered to assigned patients (primarily Inpatients which includes Swing Bed but may also include Observation or Outpatients).
• Documents daily assessments and changes to that assessment throughout the shift.
• Communicates both verbally and in writing significant positive and negative changes in the patient's condition, plan of care, interventions and outcomes.
• Assures that a RN signs off on all care plans and clinical pathways for assigned patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient care with regards to the age of the patient being served by demonstrating knowledge of the principles of growth and development across the age continuum.
• Provides patient privacy, exercises discretion and assures confidentiality at all times while dealing with patients, families or discussing matters concerning hospitalized patients.
• Acts as a patient advocate as necessary to facilitate healthcare goals by reviewing, understanding and communicating patient needs, weakness and strengths to those involved in the patients care i.e. providers, nurses, family, therapist etc.
• Understands and implements the principles of patient education. Communicates patient discharge instructions using terms that are clearly understood by the patient and/or family.
• Provides a safety conscious environment for patients, co-works and visitors, and maintains good housekeeping practices
• Takes part in the development of and maintains established hospital policies, procedures, quality improvement safety, environmental and infectious control programs.
• Responds to Codes per code policy.
• Attends mandatory departmental or hospital wide meetings and in-services.
• Completes all assigned education in a timely manner.
• Facilitates orientation of new employees or precepting role for new graduates as needed.
• Is aware of own responsibilities professionally, ethically, and legally (i.e., knowledge of nurse Practice Act).
• Contributes to a culture of Patient Centered Care
• Contributes to a safe work environment
• Demonstrates a commitment to the team and serves as a mentor to co-workers
• Maintains practices of financial stewardship
• Performs duties as required or assigned.
• Regular and punctual attendance required.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies.

Want to know more? Contact HR today! employment@oceanbeachhospital.com.