Lpn Jobs in Alaska

Job Title: CLINIC LPN - 56867 Company: Hospital Jobs Online Location: Wasilla, AK Description: Company: Providence Hospitals Alaska Title: CLINIC LPN - 56867 JobID: Register to View 7293 City: Wasilla State: AK Description: Part-time position. Flexible 20 hours per week. The Licensed Practical Nurse in this instance provides nursing care to OB and Family Practice, Peds and Internal Medicine patients. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program. Licensure/Certification: Alaska State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse with annual renewal required. Current BLS certification or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Experience: One year recent nursing experience in an acute care facility preferred. -->

Job Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (PODIATRY) Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Location: Anchorage, AK Description: 'The Best Care - The Best Careers' - The VA provides a wide spectrum of medical, surgical, rehabilitative care and research; the VA is a partner in training tomorrow's health care providers.  Every member of the VA health care staff is valued because of their contributions to ensuring the well being of our Nation's veterans-value that is expressed for clinicians in the opportunities for professional growth and the respect of one's peers.Alaska - Where else can you enjoy amazing wildlife, breathtaking glaciers, and midnight summer baseball?  Alaska offers vistas and natural wonder to fill a lifetime.  And with comfortable summer temperatures and midnight sun, Anchorage offers plenty of opportunity to take in salmon fishing, a wide variety of outdoor recreation, the arts, or the simplicity of peace and natural serenity.  Alaska offers the lowest state tax burden in the country, with no income or sales tax and also provides each resident with a yearly dividend.Alaska VA Healthcare System - The Alaska VA Healthcare System offers primary, specialty, and mental health outpatient care. Services are provided through a Joint Venture with the United States Air Force on nearby Elmendorf Air Force Base, as well as through fee-based arrangements with community hospitals. The facility also features a comprehensive Homeless Veteran Service, consisting of a Domiciliary Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program, Veterans Industries, Psychosocial Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program, VA Supported Housing Program, and outreach.  During the 2004 VA All-Employee Survey, our organization was ranked first for balancing work and family.  This important employee perception was upheld in the 2006 AES, where employees were once again very pleased with the balance of work and family, their coworkers, their work assignments, and the resources available to accomplish their duties. KEY REQUIREMENTS: Must have two years experience. Nursing experience in podiatry is preferred. U.S. Citizenship Licensure, Certification, or Registration required.

Job Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE Company: Peace Health Location: Ketchikan, AK Description: The LTC Staff LPN assists in activities to assure optimal patient care and maximum use of resources available. The LPN is accountable for his/her own actions and exercises authority to the extent his/her knowledge skills and role allow within the institution and the State of Alaska Nurse Practice Act. Licensure: Current LPN license in the state of Alaska. Certifications: Current BLS and proficient IV skills required. Experience: A minimum of 1 year clinical experience as an LPN Nurse or will orient to point of competency. The ability to work in an intermittently fast paced, high volume environment is required. Commensurate with educational preparation, demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth, development and life stages to meet each resident's needs for nursing care. Computer skills preferred. Physical: Must have the ability to tolerate long periods of sitting, walking or standing; communicate verbally with individuals in person on the telephone; read and write text; solve complex problems; respond quickly to department or hospital emergencies. Must also be able to lift equipment and supplies weighting between 25-50 pounds; independently push and pull beds or equipment on wheels weighting up to 500 pounds to other areas of the hospital, including the helicopter pad, on occasional basis; independently move lift and position patients weighting up to 200 pounds and assist others in moving, lifting and positioning patients weighing over 200 pounds (using judgement appropriate to patient's condition requiring need for assistance); bend and stoop frequently; ready and interpret applicable diagnostic screen; hear and interpret stethoscope sounds; use sense (vision, hearing, smell, touch) to recognize changes in patient's condition; hear codes and patient calls/alarms; perform CPR in emergency situations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES 1. Delegates, assists, prioritizes, anticipates, requests and accepts guidance and assistance from others to assure delivery of care in a safe and timely manner. Must have cooperative working skills, leadership skills, interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of patients, families and staff. Identifies problem solving within authority and ability; promptly (within shift) notifies supervisor of situation beyond scope of authority. Does not attempt to do procedures for which he/she is not qualified. 2. Implements patient specific care plans as required by unit. 3. Addresses age-specific needs of individual patients. Able to demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs for nursing care. 4. Maintains multi-disciplinary communication to provide high-quality patient care. 5. Meets all competency requirements on the unit-specific competency checklist. 6. Documents patient care, interventions and responses/actions in the patient chart with accuracy, timeliness and legibility to ensure continuity of care. 7. All patient interactions are conducted within the guidelines of KGH's mission and philosophy as directly observed by the management, charge nurse, co-workers and/or reported by patients. 8. Performs patient education formally and informally, following the unit-specific guidelines. 9. Department safety and maintenance is ensured in a manner consistent with the hospital and department policies and procedures. 10. Ensures own professional effectiveness through continued education and professional development. 11. Performs all duties and interactions in a manner consistent with the standards, values and mission of KGH. 12. Assists in the transporting of patients, specimens, supplies and equipment and in the maintenance and stocking of supplies and equipment to assure optimal functioning of the department. 13. Achieves mutual goals as listed on the annual performance appraisal.

Job Title: LPN PRIMARY CARE - 54568 Company: Hospital Jobs Online Location: Anchorage, AK Description: Company: Providence Hospitals Alaska Title: LPN PRIMARY CARE - 54568 JobID: Register to View 7211 City: Anchorage State: AK Description: Do you have a passion for helping people? The Providence Extended Care Center, a 224-bed subacute and long-term care nursing and rehabilitation facility, is currently seeking a highly qualified, full time LPN Primary Care. This Primary Care LPN will be part of the team providing resident care in the Forget-Me-Not (dementia) unit, which has a total of 32 beds, and the Denali Neighborhood, which has an additional 29 beds (8 of these are shared with the Chugach Neighborhood). The ideal candidate will have a desire to provide focused and compassionate patient care, possess excellent customer service skills when dealing with coworkers, patients and families, and be highly dependable. Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and have a current State of Alaska LPN license. -->

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) Company: Amedisys Location: Anchorage, AK Description: Requisition Number 10-0841 Title Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health City Anchorage State AK Description BE A VISIONARY Dream big. Think outside the box. See the possibilities. Offer creative solutions - Amedisys listens Amedisys began more than 25 years ago as a dream in a living room in small-town Louisiana. Since that time, we have grown into a national company with over15,000 employees and 500+agencies across the country and Puerto Rico, but have never lost sight of why and how we got here. Amedisys Home Health Services is a leading provider of home health and hospice services. As a national company, we have a far reach and have positioned ourselves as an industry leader in quality care and as the company that is reducing acute care hospitalization. As our growth rapidly continues, we are seeking dynamic employees to aide in our mission: to provide cost-efficient, quality home care services to the patients entrusted in our care. REMEMBER WHY WE ARE HERE We are here to exceed the expectations of our patients, clients, and their families by providing excellent clinical care and premier service Our patients are our number one concern, and we hire individuals who are passionate about enabling those patients to recover faster, while maintaining and improving their quality of life, in the setting they prefer - at home. As a Licensed Practical Nurse with Amedisys, you will be part of one of the fastest growing segments in the health care market. Our motto, service is our passion, says it all. If you share these goals and values call us today and learn more about joining the Amedisys team! As aLicensed Practical Nurseat Amedisys you will: · Evaluate and treat patients using the most current technology and practices · Be provided with a consistent case load. · Aid the physician and registered nurse in performing specialized procedures · Assist patients in learning appropriate self-care techniques · Help achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by assisting in planning and exchanging information with appropriate staff * Spend more time working with patients and making a significant difference in their lives * Gain quality experience in working with a multi-disciplinary team and personal patient interaction. * Have flexibility in your work schedule and autonomy in patient assessment · Receive opportunities for Continuing Education and on-line learning courses · Be positioned for Career Advancements within Amedisys. · Receive excellent Benefits to include a lucrative salary and Continuing Education · Work with team members who share your passion Requirements QUALIFICATIONS 1. Current and unencumbered license to practice as a practical/vocational nurse specific to that state the employee is assigned to work by the Company. 2. Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)documents the following: The mutual recognition model of nurse licensure allows a nurse to have one license (in his or her state of residency) and to practice in other states (both physical and electronic), subject to each state's practice law and regulation. Nurses must legally reside in a NLC state to be eligible to have a multi-state license. See list ofNurse Licensure Compact (NLC) 3. Minimum of one year of clinical experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse. 4. Current CPR certification. 5. Must be familiar with general use and functions of the computer, such as, user names and password concepts; internet; e-mail; navigation of computer desktop, including starting programs, using files, and windows, effectively use navigation buttons and tool bars; ability to self-manage online HR services and online training programs. State Specific-QUALIFICATIONS -Nevada State Specific: NAC 449.788 Services to patients. 2. Services must be supplied only by qualified personnel and under the supervision of a physician licensed to practice in this State. Qualifications include licensure, registration, certification or their equivalent, as required by state or federal law, for.(b) The practical nurse must hold a state license. BUILD CAREERS, NOT JOBS Promote an environment that fosters continuous learning. Create your own future. Recognize and reward excellence. Along with a first-rate employee benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, 401K options; and paid time off; Amedisys offers its employees continuous learning opportunities and provides them with all the necessary tools and resources to perform their role to its fullest. We encourage rewarding careers and never want to simply offer someone a job. Unique employee programs allow personal and professional growth. At Amedisys, it all starts here with you. Keywords:RN, Registered Nurse, nursing, homecare, healthcare, health care, home health, OASIS, ER, Emergency Room, ICU, intensive care unit, RN case manager, Medicare, visit nurse, admission nurse, skilled visit, case management, acute care , wound care, autonomy, flexible, Nurse, home care, autonomy, independent. Licensed Vocational Nurse, LVN, L.V.N. , Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, L.P.N. *Amedisys Home Health Services, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.

Job Title: LPN ACUTE CARE Company: Providence Health & Services Location: Seward, AK Description: LPN ACUTE CARE  LPN ACUTE CARE - 63019  Job Requisition Number:  63019  Posting Title:  LPN ACUTE CARE - 63019  Shift:  1 - Day Shift   Department:  NURSING   Employment Status:  Full-Time   Location:  417 1ST AVENUE SEWARD, Alaska 99664-0000  Salary Minimum:  18.39   Salary Maximum:  27.59   External Description:  Providence is calling. LPN ACUTE CARE – 63019 Provides clinical nursing care for assigned clients. Implements the plan of care established by the Registered Nurse (RN) for individual clients by providing direct nursing care, teaching the client and/or caregiver, providing regular assessments, and making appropriate referrals. Completes accurate and timely documentation in accordance with policies. Communicates with other team members, the physicians, and other providers involved with the client in accordance with standards for Skilled Services. Provides backup nursing coverage for other team members as assigned. Implements care/services that recognize age/diversity specific needs/issues for customers served. Performs other related duties as assigned. We're seeking an individual who performs all duties in a manner that promotes teamwork and reflects the Mission and Philosophy of our founders, the Sisters of Providence. Position Specifics. This position is located at Providence Seward Medical Center in Seward, Alaska. 8 Hour Day 40 Hour Week, FTE 1.0, Full Time. REQUIREMENTS Education: Licensed Practical Nurse from an accredited nursing program. Licenses/Certifications: Current Alaska LPN license. Current CPR certification. Experience: One year of nursing experience with medical/surgical focus. Other: Ability to assess, problem solve, and triage effectively, independently, and rapidly. Attendance: Regular attendance is a requirement of this position English Language: Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Answer the call to fulfill the Mission. Providence serves Alaskans in five communities – Anchorage, Matanuska-Susitna Valley, Kodiak Island, Seward and Valdez. Providence Health & Services Alaska is the state's largest private employer with more than 4,000 full and part-time employees working for the organization statewide. Career opportunities are available in a wide-range of facilities and services, including our large, award-winning medical center in Anchorage, smaller community hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and hospice & home health programs, each known for their high quality care. If you are ready for your next adventure, we have a ministry for you. Providence Health & Services is comprised of 60 medical facilities in five states with more than 51,000 employees carrying out its mission of meeting the health needs of the communities we serve. For more than 150 years, this not-for-profit healthcare network has called professionals to work together to live our mission of compassionate care, quality service and commitment to excellence established by our founders, the Sisters of Providence. Providence Health & Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides competitive benefits, a drug-free workplace and supports work/life balance. Copyright 2006 Providence Health & Services. All Rights Reserved.

Job Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (JUNEAU) Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Location: Juneau, AK Description: This position is located in the Juneau Outreach Clinic of the Alaska VA Healthcare System (AVAHS) providing outpatient care to patients with urgent/chronic medical conditions.  This position will not be filled until the Clinic opens.'The Best Care - The Best Careers' - The VA provides a wide spectrum of medical, surgical, rehabilitative care and research; the VA is a partner in training tomorrow's health care providers.  Every member of the VA health care staff is valued because of their contributions to ensuring the well being of our Nation's veterans-value that is expressed for employees in the opportunities for professional growth and the respect of one's peers.Alaska VA Healthcare System - This position is located at the new Community Based Outreach Clinic (CBOC) in Juneau AK. Juneau is full of contrasts, a sophisticated cosmopolitan city with the warmth and accessibility of a small town. Located in the heart of the Tongass National Forest and nestled at the base of towering mountains overlooking the Gastineau Channel, the community's rich culture and history is displayed throughout the town and in several local museums.  Juneau has a very rich arts community, with active symphony, fine arts, dance, music, and theatre to offer.  Juneau is an outdoor lover's paradise, with unparalleled opportunities for hiking, skiing, kayaking, biking, boating, fishing, and camping. Adventures for all ages and skill levels are found throughout the community. Whether it's the serenity of an alpine meadow or the thrill of witnessing a breaching whale, adventure runs wild in Juneau. Juneau is located in the largest temperate rainforest in North America. The rainforest does give Juneau its fair share of rain, however it also keeps the temperatures fairly mild with highs in the mid 30's in the winter, and high 60's in the summer. With great air and water quality, no traffic, no state income tax, a top-notch university, rich history and native culture, amazing wildlife and natural surroundings, and so many activities to offer, Juneau is a wonderful place to live. KEY REQUIREMENTS: 2 years qualifying experience. U.S. Citizenship Licensure, Certification, or Registration required.

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse Company: State of Alaska Location: Seward, AK Description: Company: State of Alaska Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse Jobid: alaska-4d7b3163061cb103892570cb0062ca63/dd14ec833c5802a Register to View e5a15 Job Location: Seward, AK, 99664, USA Description: Server time: 02/18/2010 07:47:12 PM Recruitment period ends: 04/12/2010 05:00 PM This positioncloses in 52 days, 20 hours and 13 minutes Recruitment Bulletin Licensed Practical Nurse Alias: Position ID Number:20-N08006 Application Period:07/14/2009through04/12/2010 Position open to:All Applicants Department:Corrections Division:Administrative Services Location:Seward Region:Gulf Coast Salary:$25.11Hourly Range:17 Job Status:Non-Perm Bargaining Unit:GG NOTICE:The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended. If you have already applied for this position there is no need to reapply. Job Description: Spring Creek Correctional Center in Seward, Alaska is recruiting for an on- call Licensed Practical Nurse. SCCC is a sentenced facility overlooking Resurrection Bay, housing a population of approximately 500 maximum security, all male, inmates. Care is provided in the form of medical, dental, optometry, X-ray, and physical therapy. Come join our fun loving team! Duties Include, but are not limited to: * Venipuncture. * Administration of medications and observation of any reactions. * Transcribe orders. * Provide generalized nursing care in a clinic setting. * Determine the need and coordinate referral for medical, dental, and mental health care. * Contact medical providers on an as-needed basis. HOTJOBS View Class Specifications for this job: Special Note: For some positions in this job class a background investigation including fingerprinting is required. Minimum Qualifications: A diploma or certificate from an accredited school in practical nursing and eligibility for licensure as a practical nurse with the State of Alaska. Special Requirements: Physical strength to lift, assist and transfer patients. Note: For some positions in this job class a background investigation including fingerprinting is required. Special Notice for Recruitment: Please Read Carefully COVER LETTER LOCATED ON JOB QUALIFICATION SUMMARY (JQS) In your cover letter located on the Job Qualification Summary, you must highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities as they pertain to the key responsibilities listed in the job description above. In addition, your application package will be reviewed to determine if you possess the experience, strengths and behavioral characteristics we are seeking in an employee. Your cover letter will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your Applicant Profile, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full- or part-time. Applicant Profiles and Job Qualification Summaries will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. EDUCATION If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the Applicant Profile. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degrees Obtained field. Copies of transcripts will be required at time of interview. SPECIAL NOTICE This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. If you have successfully submitted your application online, a confirmation page will appear, telling you the date and time your application was submitted, and a confirmation email will be sent to you. If you do not see a confirmation page, or if you do not receive a confirmation email within half hour after submitting your application, call the Division of Personnel to confirm that it was received successfully. Do make sure that you have the correct email address in your Applicant Profile, and that your spam filter will permit email from the 'state.ak.us' domain. Additional Required Information: At the time of interview, please bring: 1. A copy of your current resume. 2. A list of three (3) professional references, including current contact phone numbers. 3. A copy of your State of Alaska nursing license. Contact Person: Heidi Kelley, RN III Date required by: E-Mail Address: Register to View Mailing Address: Mile 5 Nash Road, P.O. Box 2109 Seward, AK 99664 Fax Number: Register to View Phone Number: Register to View

Job Title: LPN PRIMARY CARE - 60933 Company: Providence Health and Services Location: Seward, AK Description: .ugDivBody_hj.ugFrame_hj.ugColWrap_hj .ugLeftWrap_hj .ugLeftCol_hj .ugBold_hj .ugNoBord_hj .ugLeftApply_hj .ugRightWrap_hj .ugRightCol_hj .ugJobTitle_hj .ugFooter_hj JOB TITLELPN PRIMARY CARE - 60933FACILITYLOCATIONSEWARD, AK, 99664, USASHIFT4 - Rotating/Variable ShiftDEPARTMENTWESLEY ICF NURSINGEMPLOYMENT STATUSOn CallRELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCEUnspecifiedEDUCATION LEVELLPN PRIMARY CARE - 60933Searching for a career that's personally fulfilling and professionally rewarding? Let Providence guide the way.Providence is 60 medical facilities, five states and 51,000 employees strong. For over 150 years, Providence has called healthcare professionals to share our legacy in medical experience, compassionate care and professional satisfaction.Read More.External Description:ON CALL. Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse who is ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Providence Seward Medical and Care Center, a facility which provides quality health care to residents and visitors located in breathtaking Seward, Alaska, is currently seeking highly-qualified Licensed Practical Nurses to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the assessment, treatment, and care for patients of all ages including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric throughout the community of Seward. Candidates must have graduated of an accredited/approved school of Nursing and be currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of Alaska. Preference will be given to those candidates who have at least six months of nursing experience in an health care facility. Must be proficient in medication administration. Acquired skill or ability to become proficient in IV therapy within scope of practice according to licensure. Able to clearly articulate and communicate ideas verbally and in writing. Supervision/leadership experience preferred.

Job Title: LPN PRIMARY CARE Company: Hospital Jobs Online Location: Anchorage, AK Description: Company: Providence Hospitals Alaska Title: LPN PRIMARY CARE JobID: Register to View 7218 City: Anchorage State: AK Description: Do you have a passion for helping people? The Providence Extended Care Center, a 224-bed subacute and long-term care nursing and rehabilitation facility, is currently seeking a qualified LPN Primary Care. This Primary Care LPN will be part of the team providing resident care in the Mat-Su Neighborhood, which has a total of 52 beds, and will provide supervision of assigned CNAs. This position will back up in the Transitional Care Unit. The ideal candidate will have a desire to provide focused and compassionate patient care, possess excellent customer service skills when dealing with coworkers, patients and families, and be highly dependable. Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and have a current State of Alaska LPN license. Candidates with at least six months nursing experience in an acute care, long term care or rehabilitation health care facility will be given preference. Must be able to read, write, and speak English. -->