Float Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) First Choice Health PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Pulaski (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off (PTO) & insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski is seeking a licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the First Choice Health Clinic. This PRN position supports primary care and walk-in services with varying schedules based on clinic needs.

As an LPN, you will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, assist with plan of care, administer select medications, and help patients with daily activities while documenting care and status. Active Tennessee LPN license required.

Qualifications

• Active Tennessee LPN license
• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment and take appropriate action
• Support RN in plan of care development

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Perform plan of care interventions including specimen collection and wound care.
• May administer medication and document care.
• Assist with plan of care development.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Monitor and communicate patient status and responses to interventions.
• Advocate for patient well-being.
• Schedule appointments and procedures as ordered by provider.
• Obtain insurance re-authorizations as requested.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent work

Education

Practical Nursing program graduate

Tennessee LPN license

AHA BLS certification

Job description

Float Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) First Choice Health Clinic (Primary Care/Walk-In)

Job Type: PRN | Days

Schedule: Varies based on clinic needs

Your experience matters

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Clinic LPN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

At the Pulaski First Choice Health Clinic, we are seeking an experienced nurse who is committed to providing high quality care to our patients. We offer a supportive environment with hands on experience, and prioritize keeping a good culture throughout the clinic.

How you'll contribute

A Clinic LPN who excels in this role:

• As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given.

• Assists RN with development of plan of care.

• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.

• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.

• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

• Schedules appointments and procedures as ordered by the provider.

• Obtains insurance re-authorizations as requested for testing and scheduled procedures.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have an Active Tennessee license (single-state or compact) and be a graduate of a Practical Nursing program. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins. Additional requirements include:

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Licenses: LPN license for the State of Tennessee
• Education: Graduate of a Practical Nursing program

More about Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski

Situated among the rolling, green hills of southern Middle Tennessee, the historic town of Pulaski combines old-fashioned southern charm with warm hospitality to create a family-friendly community.

The Hospital

STRHS - Pulaski is part of the Southern Tennessee Regional Health System, a regional network of hospitals and healthcare services serving communities in southern Tennessee. The Pulaski campus provides inpatient and outpatient services to Giles County and the surrounding area at its 95-bed, Joint Commission-accredited acute care facility and physician practices.

The Community

Conveniently located just 60 miles south of Nashville and 50 miles north of Huntsville, Pulaski and Giles County have become the location of choice for many major business and industrial interests, including six Fortune 500 companies and two Fortune 100 companies. The area is also home to University of Tennessee Southern and the Here's the Beef Festival. Nearby Lynnville has a large historic district, including an old-fashioned soda shoppe, general store, gift shop, and craft and antique shops. And Milky Way Farm - built by the founder of the Mars Candy Company - is a Tudor Revival home listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Seven community parks offer a variety of recreational opportunities. Sharewood Park features a community playground and an outdoor amphitheater for concerts, family movie nights, theater productions and more. Sam Davis Park boasts one of the best non-college football and baseball facilities in the state. And a wealth of water sports, hiking, camping, lodging and more can be found at nearby David Crockett Park and Joe Wheeler State Park and Resort.

EEOC Statement

"Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.