Elders - 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: February 18, 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: Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits Requisition: 573


*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

About our Facility:
Located on a historically significant site above the Puyallup River in Tacoma, our tribal-funded 12,000-square-foot, 20-bed Elder's Wellness and Assisted Living facility for Puyallup tribal elders offers breathtaking views of the
Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. The facility features indoor and outdoor activity spaces, banquet rooms, a lounge and library, a Hall in recognition of Puyallup Tribal elders, and a health and wellness center, including 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 a LPN for the Puyallup Tribe of Indians:
• Weekend shift pay differential for evening and NOC shifts.
• Low patient to staff ratio's:
◦ Current Ratio 1:11 (Max: 1:20)
• Shifts: 8 hour shifts - Day, Evening, NOC.
• Patient Centered Care.
• A High Functioning Teamwork Environment.
Requirement to consider as a prospective Licensed Practical Nurse applicant:
Prospective applicants must be fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19 and able to provide proof of vaccination.
Schedule a tour of our facility by contacting 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 Nur