Compassionate LPN: Short-Stay & CDU Care Expert

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN is seeking an LPN to provide essential patient care under RN supervision. You will perform assessments, administer medications, and implement care plans to ensure safe, high-quality care that complies with the Nurse Practice Act and state regulations.

You will support a range of units, collaborate with healthcare teams, document thoroughly, educate patients and families, and uphold infection control and safety standards in a

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living.
• Conducts focused patient assessments and reports changes to the care team.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed.
• Assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans.
• Maintains accurate documentation in the medical record.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance and post-discharge care.
• Ensures adherence to infection control protocols and safety standards.
• Assists with wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within scope.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies for patient care.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Documentation

Communication

Infection control

Regulatory compliance

Time management

Education

LPN licensure

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN is seeking an LPN to provide essential patient care under RN supervision. You will perform assessments, administer medications, and implement care plans to ensure safe, high-quality care that complies with the Nurse Practice Act and state regulations.

You will support a range of units, collaborate with healthcare teams, document thoroughly, educate patients and families, and uphold infection control and safety standards in a