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Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Columbia Crest, Moses Lake, WA 98837
Position Type: Contract (9 weeks, Guaranteed 40 hours)
Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Days)
About Us:
Columbia Crest is a compassionate and dedicated Alzheimer's and dementia care center committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents. Our team focuses on creating a supportive and safe environment for individuals with dementia and related behavioral health challenges. We are currently seeking a skilled and empathetic LPN to join our team for a 9-week contract.
Job Summary:
As an LPN at Columbia Crest, you will provide essential nursing care to residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. You will be responsible for delivering compassionate support, administering medications, and assisting with daily living activities while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
Location: Columbia Crest, Moses Lake, WA 98837
Position Type: Contract (9 weeks, Guaranteed 40 hours)
Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Days)
About Us:
Columbia Crest is a compassionate and dedicated Alzheimer's and dementia care center committed to enhancing the quality of life for our residents. Our team focuses on creating a supportive and safe environment for individuals with dementia and related behavioral health challenges. We are currently seeking a skilled and empathetic LPN to join our team for a 9-week contract.
Job Summary:
As an LPN at Columbia Crest, you will provide essential nursing care to residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. You will be responsible for delivering compassionate support, administering medications, and assisting with daily living activities while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitor and record residents' vital signs, behaviors, and overall health.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting their independence.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to create and implement individualized care plans.
- Provide emotional support to residents and families, addressing any concerns.
- Educate residents and their families about care strategies and available resources.
- Maintain a safe and clean environment for residents and staff.
- Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to enhance dementia care skills.
- Current LPN license in the state of Washington.
- Experience in a long-term care or dementia care setting preferred.
- Strong understanding of Alzheimer's and dementia-related behaviors.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to providing quality care.
- Must be able to pass background checks and meet health requirements.
- 9-week contract with guaranteed 40 hours per week.
- Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM (Days). Flexibility to work additional shifts if needed.
