Compassionate LPN Nurse in Skilled Care Facility

Tennova Healthcare- LaFollette Medical Center; La Follette (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- LaFollette Medical Center in La Follette, TN, is seeking an LPN to provide essential nursing care under RN supervision. You will monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, administer medications, and contribute to individualized care plans.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient and family education, and adherence to infection control and safety standards. BCLS is required; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse license required; LVN may be accepted
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision; monitor vital signs and assist with activities of daily living.
• Conduct focused patient assessments; report changes to the care team.
• Administer medications, treatments, and injections per orders with safety protocols.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Document patient care and observations in the medical record accurately.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards; prepare equipment for patient care.
• Assist with basic procedures such as wound care and catheterization within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care.

Skills

Nursing principles

Medication administration

Patient care

Assessment & monitoring

Documentation

Communication skills

Time management

Infection control

Regulatory compliance

Adaptability

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- LaFollette Medical Center in La Follette, TN, is seeking an LPN to provide essential nursing care under RN supervision. You will monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, administer medications, and contribute to individualized care plans.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient and family education, and adherence to infection control and safety standards. BCLS is required; ACLS preferred.