Elder's Services - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is committed to protecting and exercising the inherent inalienable sovereign rights of the Tribe and Individuals in the interest of the Medicine Creek Treat Territories, as stewards to ensure preservation of our cultural and environmental integrity for common good and prosperity for all.


Open: June 3, 2025 Close: When Filled
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Department: Elder’s Services
Reports To: Director of Nursing Hours: 40 Hrs/Wk – Full Time
Salary: Starting at $40/hour + Benefits Requisition: 753


*Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov. 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 leave.

About Our Facility
Located on a historically significant site above the Puyallup River in Tacoma, our Tribal-funded, 12,000-square-foot Elder's Wellness and Assisted Living facility serves up to 20 Puyallup Tribal Elders. The facility offers breathtaking views of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains.
It 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 more.
Location
The Puyallup Tribe's Elders House of Respect Residences, located in Tacoma, WA.


What 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 environment
Requirements for LPN Applicants
Applicants must be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 and able to provide proof of vaccination.
Schedule a Tour
We welcome you to tour our facility! To schedule a visit, contact HR at: Jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov

Position 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 team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provides direct and individualized nursing care to assigned Elders residing at the House of Respect under the supervision of a registered professional nurse.
2. Observes, documents and reports Elders condition and reaction to administered medications and treatments.
3. Prepares, administers and records medications and treatments per provider’s orders and in accordance with the established protocols for LPN’s.
4. Prepares equipment and assists during treatment, examination and testing of resident when necessary.
5. Shares responsibility for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans and nursing care.
6. Participates in team conferences, sharing knowledge, information, and ideas among team members.
7. Participates with hospice/ end of life care.
8. Records information concisely, accurately and completely in a timely manner in the resident record showing the resident’s condition and nursing interventions.
9. Assists in ordering supplies on a weekly basis and/or as needed.
10. Assists in relevant health education for Elders and their family. Helps patients understand the aging process and how it affects their life-styles.
11. Assists patients in finding ways of adjusting to aging changes that will allow for a life-style as comfortable as the situation will permit.
12. Maintains professional boundaries, ethics, and confidentiality of the client’s personal information, personal effects, safety, health and well-being.
13. Maintains integrity and standard of personal ethics on and off the job, as not to call his/her trustworthiness with clients’ personal effects into question.
14. Keeps resident information confidential and follows internal procedures to ensure confidentiality is maintained.
15. Communicates frequently with supervisor and utilizes appropriate channels of communication.
16. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This 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