Compassionate LPN - Primary Care & Patient Education

Prisma Health; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in Blount Memorial Hospital is seeking an LPN to provide basic nursing care in a non-acute ambulatory setting under supervision. You will work with a provider and care team to address physical, emotional, cultural, and educational needs of patients.

The role involves assisting with examinations, arranging diagnostic testing, maintaining supplies, documenting vitals, and supporting patient education. Compliance with nursing protocols and ongoing professional development is expected.

Qualifications

• Completion of an LPN program recognized by the State Board of Nursing.
• In lieu of completion of an LPN program, program equivalency recognized by the State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care based upon the individualized plan of care as delegated by the Registered Nurse/Provider.
• Assists provider with examinations, procedures and other activities related to patient care.
• Arranges for patient appointments for diagnostic testing, consults, referrals and admission to hospital.
• Documents patient vital statistics and other encounter data into the patient chart.
• May administer oral and injectable medications as directed by a provider.

Education

LPN program recognized by the State Board of Nursing

Job description

Prisma Health in Blount Memorial Hospital is seeking an LPN to provide basic nursing care in a non-acute ambulatory setting under supervision. You will work with a provider and care team to address physical, emotional, cultural, and educational needs of patients.

The role involves assisting with examinations, arranging diagnostic testing, maintaining supplies, documenting vitals, and supporting patient education. Compliance with nursing protocols and ongoing professional development is expected.