Licensed Practical Nurse - Military veterans preferred

2024-08-21
Coastal Family Health Center
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Astoria
Oregon
97103
United States


Position Title: Licensed Practical Nurse


City: Astoria

State/Territory: US-OR

Employment Duration: Full time

Offer Relocation: No

Excempt Status: Non-exempt

ID: 13675

Description:

Join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Coastal Family Health in Astoria, OR, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job – we are a community committed to the well-being of our members.

We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

Position Highlights:

  • $28.65-$35.09/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
  • $5,000 hiring bonus structure:
    • At Hire: $1,500
    • At 90 Days (3 months): $1,500
    • At 180 days (6 months): $2,000
    • Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

Benefits:

  • 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
  • Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
  • Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You'll Do:

  • Obtain complete history and conduct chart review, ensuring inclusion of all reports needed
  • Perform baseline physical assessment and expand assessment based on initial findings
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement plans of care
  • Coordinate and plan interagency referrals as directed by the Provider or Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Assist Providers in diagnostic procedures and treatments
  • Provide education to the patient and family/caregivers, taking into consideration age, development, culture, language, and available resources
  • Coordinate plan of care and other resources
  • Evaluate care based on assessments and Physician orders and initiate a follow-up care plan
  • Assist in managing medications based on purpose, side effects, and drug interactions
  • Collaborate with ancillary staff to process patients based on Providers' schedule
  • Oversee subordinate nursing staff's provision of patient care
  • Plan and organize clinical supplies, equipment, and furnishings to maintain a safe patient environment
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program
  • One year's experience as an LPN is preferred
  • LPN License for the state of practice
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within 90 days of hire
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred at level 10 for bilingual differential pay
  • Understanding of LPN concepts, medication effects, and community resources
  • Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
  • Ability to assess patient needs, prioritize tasks, and collaborate in a team
  • Basic computer skills with Microsoft programs, proficiency in EMR a plus

Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!






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