Licensed Practical Nurse

3 months ago

Evensville Tennessee, Rhea County, TN, United States Professional Case Management Full time

Qualifications

  • Graduate of a state-approved school of practical/vocational nursing
  • Current, unrestricted license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state(s) of employment
  • New graduate nurses are welcome to apply
  • CPR certified
  • Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • If IV certified show evidence of advanced educational preparation and completion of course including supervised clinical
  • Reliable means of transportation

Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability

  • Provide nursing care as defined in the nurse practice act for an LPN/LVN and under the direction of a registered nurse
  • Client Assessment:
  • Contribute to assessment of client health status
  • Collect, report, and record objective/subjective client data
  • Observe client conditions or change in condition
  • Recognize and report changes in client condition to the case manager and physician as directed in a timely manner
  • Collect data and report signs and symptoms of deviation from normal health status
  • Assist in identification of health care problems and in formulating list of client needs/problems
  • Contribute to setting realistic short and long-term goals for assigned clients
  • Plan of care:
  • Follow the plan of care developed by a registered nurse
  • Participate in development of written plan of care
  • Recognize, understand and respect cultural, spiritual, and religious beliefs, needs, and rights to choose
  • Assist in identification of measures to support human function and maintain hygiene and comfort
  • Maintain environment conducive to client well-being
  • Assist in assuring access to community resources
  • Participate in the identification of priorities
  • Participate in reviewing and revising the plan of care
  • Implementation of the plan of care:
  • Carry our functions taught in an approved LPN/LVN program
  • Assist client with ADL's, encouraging self-care
  • Provide direct care, comfort measures, emotional support to patients who have a stable or predictable condition
  • Provide care, interventions, and communicate response of the client under direct supervision
  • Assist with rehabilitative activities including range of motion, alignment, proper body mechanics, and others as allowed by state of practice
  • Provide an environment conducive to safety and health
  • Administer prescribed treatment and medications, except by intravenous route (except IV certified LPN/LVN per advanced preparation)
  • Perform selected IV therapy functions as delegated and supervised by an RN
  • Document prescribed interventions and responses
  • Assist and provide reinforcement with client/family/other teaching
  • Maintain safe and effective care/environment for clients and coworkers:
  • Consult/seek guidance from RN and others as indicated
  • Initiate standard emergency procedures until RN or physician is available
  • Apply principles of asepsis and infection prevention and control
  • Participate in the development, revision and implementation of policies and procedures
  • Recognize and respond appropriately to potentially unsafe situations
  • Demonstrate safe practice in the use of equipment
  • Make recommendations on improvement of safety
  • Evaluate client response to interventions:
  • Evaluate effectiveness of common treatments/tasks, document and communicate outcomes of care given
  • Assist with the collection of evaluation data
  • Contribute to modification of plan of care
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals in providing client care
  • Communicate verbally and through complete and accurate documentation in the clinical record
  • Seek education/training or assistance with areas of concern
  • Perform job in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards:
  • Accept responsibility for professional nursing role
  • Follow applicable state and federal laws and agency standards
  • Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
  • Refrain from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the person
  • Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Agency Performance Improvement Program and pertinent PI activities
  • Attend meetings and continuing education offerings as required
  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    La Follette, Tennessee, 37757, Campbell County, TN, United States Genesis Healthcare Full time

    Genesis Healthcare is a holding company with subsidiaries that on a combined basis, comprise one of the nation's largest post-acute care providers, with skilled nursing centers and senior living communities in many states.Working here provides an opportunity to be part of a culture guided by employee growth and development, strong values, and a...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse- LPN

    2 weeks ago

    Jackson, Tennessee, 38301, Madison County, TN, United States AHC West Tennessee Transitional Care LLC Full time

    Join our Community as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)!!! PT Weekend Day Shift (Saturday and Sunday) As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at American Health Communities you will become a part of a team dedicated to providing excellent patient care. If you enjoy using your skills as a LPN to make life better for others, we want you on our team. We offer...

  • Charge Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse

    3 weeks ago

    Memphis, Tennessee, 38016, Shelby County, TN, United States American Health Communities Full time

    Join our Community as a Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)!!! As a Charge Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at American Health Communities you will become a part of a team dedicated to providing excellent patient care. If you enjoy using your skills as a LPN to make life better for others, we want you on our team. We offer competitive pay,...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Jackson, Tennessee, 38303, Madison County, TN, United States AHC Forest Cove Full time

    Join our Community as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)!!! FT Day shift As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at American Health Communities you will become a part of a team dedicated to providing excellent patient care. If you enjoy using your skills as an LPN to make life better for others, we want you on our team. We offer competitive pay, generous...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Beech Bluff, Tennessee, 38313, Madison County, TN, United States AHC Forest Cove Full time

    Join our Community as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)!!! As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at American Health Communities you will become a part of a team dedicated to providing excellent patient care. If you enjoy using your skills as an LPN to make life better for others, we want you on our team. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits and...

  • Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Full Time

    1 month ago

    Hendersonville, Tennessee, 37077, Sumner County, TN, United States Aveanna Healthcare Full time

    Position OverviewThe Licensed Practical Nurse is an essential part of the team responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care in accordance with the developed care plan and physicians’ orders for each individual patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.Coverage area: Sumner & Davidson...

  • RN (Registered Nurse) - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

    2 months ago

    Knoxville, Tennessee, 37955, Knox County, TN, United States Jackson Nurse Professionals Full time

    We're seeking a Registered Nurse with experience responding to life-saving medical situations by providing emergency care and life support to the critically ill or severely injured for a 13 week contract at a reputable area hospital. Experience an incredibly supportive and ambitious team at Jackson Nurse Professionals where Traveling Nurses have been...

  • Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) - RN

    2 months ago

    Clarksville, Tennessee, 37040, Montgomery County, TN, United States Jackson Nurse Professionals Full time

    Jackson is adding to our Med/Surg team and needs Registered Nurses experienced at caring for adult patients with general medical conditions or who have undergone surgical procedures to fill 13 week contracts at state-of-the-art area hospitals. You’ll enjoy a supportive, ambitious culture at Jackson where we make sure talented nurses like you can do your...

  • Licensed Veterinarian Technician

    2 months ago

    Alcoa, Tennessee, 37701, Blount County, TN, United States Banfield Pet Hospital Full time

    Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring Registered Veterinary Technicians at multiple locations. This posting is for the following hospitals:KnoxvilleAlcoaWho we areWe’re Banfield. You’ve probably seen us around. We started in 1955 as a small practice with big ideas about preventive petcare. We’re now the leading general veterinary care practice in America,...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 month ago

    Bartlett, Tennessee, Shelby County, TN, United States Incredible Health Full time

    Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Bartlett, TN area for the following position: Registered Nurse - Telemetry. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: COVID, Cardiac drips, Cardiac monitor, Cardioversion, Defibrillation, Device experience, EKG monitoring, High...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 month ago

    Nashville, Tennessee, Davidson County, TN, United States Incredible Health Full time

    Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Nashville, TN area for the following position: Registered Nurse - Telemetry. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: COVID, Cardiac drips, Cardiac monitor, Cardioversion, Defibrillation, Device experience, EKG monitoring, High...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 month ago

    Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Rutherford County, TN, United States Incredible Health Full time

    Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Murfreesboro, TN area for the following position: Registered Nurse - Telemetry. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: COVID, Cardiac drips, Cardiac monitor, Cardioversion, Defibrillation, Device experience, EKG monitoring,...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 month ago

    Memphis, Tennessee, Shelby County, TN, United States Incredible Health Full time

    Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Memphis, TN area for the following position: Registered Nurse - Telemetry. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: COVID, Cardiac drips, Cardiac monitor, Cardioversion, Defibrillation, Device experience, EKG monitoring, High...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 month ago

    Nashville, Tennessee, Davidson County, TN, United States Incredible Health Full time

    Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Nashville, TN area for the following position: Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Bariatric, BiPap monitoring, COVID, CVA, Cardiac Drip Management, DKA patients, High acuity patients, Post...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 month ago

    Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Rutherford County, TN, United States Incredible Health Full time

    Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Murfreesboro, TN area for the following position: Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Bariatric, BiPap monitoring, COVID, CVA, Cardiac Drip Management, DKA patients, High acuity patients,...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 month ago

    Memphis, Tennessee, Shelby County, TN, United States Incredible Health Full time

    Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Memphis, TN area for the following position: Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Bariatric, BiPap monitoring, COVID, CVA, Cardiac Drip Management, DKA patients, High acuity patients, Post...

  • Nurse Practitioner

    2 weeks ago

    Dyersburg, Tennessee, 38024, Dyer County, TN, United States Gentiva Hospice Full time

    Our Company: Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family – an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for...

  • Nurse Practitioner Palliative Care

    5 months ago

    Dickson, Tennessee, 37055, Dickson County, TN, United States Empatia Full time

    Our Company: Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family – an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for...

  • Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse Full Time

    3 months ago

    Franklin, Tennessee, 37064, Williamson County, TN, United States Aveanna Healthcare Full time

    Position OverviewAdmissions Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care in accordance with the developed care plan and physicians orders for each individual patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.Essential Job Functions• Responsible for the delivery and...

  • Registered Nurse Emergency Department

    1 month ago

    CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, 37040, Montgomery County, TN, United States Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville Full time

    (Full Time, Day Shift) The Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordination of patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. The Registered Nurse is responsible for the oversight of the plan of care and duties delegated to other healthcare team members. As a professional, the Registered Nurse...