What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse - Memory Care (pm shift) position at Weatherly Inn - Tacoma?
Schedule: Varies; includes weekends and holidays (pm shift 2:30pm-10:30pm)
Pay: Dependent on qualifications (DOQ); merit-based increases
Reports To: Nursing Manager / AdministratorAbout Weatherly Inn
Weatherly Inn is a family-owned senior living community known for excellence in memory care and resident-centered support. We work closely with families to provide compassionate, high-quality care in a warm, professional environment.
Benefits (Full-Time, 30 hours/week)- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid time off (PTO)
Weatherly Inn is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support high-quality resident care in our assisted living community. This role is ideal for a nurse who values teamwork, strong clinical standards, and meaningful relationships with residents and families.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct nursing care in accordance with care plans and physician orders
Administer medications, treatments, and CBG checks with accurate documentation
Monitor and document changes in resident condition and report concerns promptly
Communicate effectively with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams
Complete shift reports, narcotic counts, and incident documentation
Follow infection control, safety procedures, and boarding home regulations
Serve as Charge Nurse when scheduled or in absence of supervision
Maintain a clean, organized nursing station and medication room
High School Diploma or GED required; college coursework preferred
1 year of nursing or related experience preferred
Active Washington State LPN License required
Required certifications (upon hire or within designated timeframe):
CPR (within 30 days)
Fundamentals of Caregiving
Dementia & Mental Health Training (within 90 days)
Strong nursing, documentation, organization, and multitasking skills
Ability to lift, assist, and support residents with mobility as needed
Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a care team
Professional, reliable, and calm in emergency situations
We maintain a strong policy of Equal Employment Opportunity for all associates. We hire, train, promote, and compensate associates based on personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard for race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or citizenship, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.