Licensed Practical Nurse

addus; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture and team atmosphere

Comprehensive benefits (medical, near/

Job summary

Tennessee Quality Care is seeking a Private Duty LPN to provide direct patient care at home in the Clarksville area. You will implement the plan of care and document care activities under supervision of a registered nurse, while educating patients and families on self-care as needed.

Applicants should be a graduate of an accredited practical nurse program, have a current Tennessee license, CPR certification, and reliable transportation to cover assigned patient visits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• CPR certification current.
• Licensed practical nurse in the state.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Documents care accurately and timely per the plan of care.
• Educates patient and family on self-care and diagnosis-related information.
• Coordinates home health services with other disciplines.

Education

Practical nurse program

Job description

Private Duty LPN

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 we’d 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), effective on the first of the month


• 401(k) 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


• Work/life balance

What You’ll 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 family/caregiver 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 and/or Clinical Supervisor.


• Uses and/or 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. Community/home health or medical/surgical 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 driver\'s license and appropriate automobile insurance