Licensed Practical Nurse

Tennessee Quality Care; Beech Bluff (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401k retirement plan

Generous time off

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Merit increases

Work-life balance

Job summary

Tennessee Quality Care is seeking a licensed practical nurse to join our home health team in Tennessee. You will provide direct patient care per the plan of care and support patients and families in self-care at home.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, collaboration with RNs and other disciplines, and ongoing patient education to promote optimal recovery and comfort. A valid LPN/LVN license and CPR certification are required; reliable transportation is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has three years nursing experience; home health or medical-surgical experience preferred.
• Licensed LPN/LVN in the state.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services reporting needs to RN or Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses equipment and supplies adhering to aseptic technique.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
• Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.

Skills

Compassionate caregiver

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Practical nurse / LVN program

CPR certification

Job description

Tennessee Quality Care provides personalized medical care to help people live their best lives We take care of patients recovering from surgery or illness coping with a difficult health challenge or seeking end of life care We believe our calling is to offer every patient the same level of care wed give to our own families Come join our team of compassionate caregivers that deliver the highest quality care day in and day out We offer Great culture and team atmosphere

• Comprehensive benefits medical dental vision life
• AD&D disability
• 401k retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Worklife balance

What Youll Do

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care
• Assesses and provides patient and familycaregiver education regarding self care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care
• Participates in coordination of home health services appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines HHA OT PT MSW ST Dietician to the registered nurse andor Clinical Supervisor
• Uses andor prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse
• Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
• Has three 3 years nursing experience Communityhome health or medicalsurgical experience is preferred
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification
• Must have reliable transportation current drivers license and appropriate automobile insurance