LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

MedCentris; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCentris is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide patient care, oversee treatment plans, and assist with daily living activities. This full-time position located in Collierville offers the chance to work under supervision while performing essential nursing procedures in various contexts, including home care and assisted living.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing school required.
• Current practical nurse licensure with no restrictions.
• CPR/BLS certification mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments per regulations.
• Observes and reports patient conditions to supervising staff.
• Assists in the preparation and execution of specialized procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Aseptic Technique

Wound Care

Communication

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Current licensure with the State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners

CPR/BLS certification

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Definition and Role

Performs nursing procedures and direct patient care under the supervision of a MD/NP/PA.

Definition and Role

Performs nursing procedures and direct patient care under the supervision of a MD/NP/PA.

Job Responsibilities And Duties

• Observes, records and reports to supervising MD/NP/PA, the general physical and mental conditions of the patient, as well as changes in the patient’s condition.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments, in accordance with the plan of treatment, as permitted by State and local regulations.
• Assists the MD/NP/PA in performing specialized procedures.
• Prepares equipment and materials for treatment and adheres to aseptic and/or sterile technique.
• Assists the patient with activities of daily living and in learning appropriate self-care techniques, including wound care dressing changes.
• May occasionally be required to assist with Wound Medicine visits in the home setting through our Home to Heal Program
• Implements the nursing component of the patient’s plan of care.
• Assists the MD/NP/PA in teaching, supervising, and counseling the patient and family members, regarding the nursing care needs of the patient. (Follow-up on the plan developed by the MD/NP/PA).
• Prepare progress notes and clinical notes and incorporate them into the electronic medical record as indicated.
• Notifies MD/NP/PA or charge nurse of any problems identified in patient’s living environment, whether it is acute hospital, LTAC, Nursing home, or patient's home.
• Attends case conferences/interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient’s problems, treatment plans, patient progress and patient’s overall health status.
• May perform routine venipuncture if written documentation of competency is in personnel record. Must demonstrate competency in performing the procedure.
• Performs wound care and dressing changes as directed by the MD/NP/PA. Including competency on advanced wound care dressings. i.e.: TCC, dermal skin substitutes, compression wraps, etc.
• May receive orders from the MD/NP/PA and follow those orders, that are within the realm of practice for an LPN, and within the standards of practice for the facility in which he/she is working in.
• Responsible for “all other duties assigned”.
• Completes any necessary paperwork and turns in on a daily basis as indicated. Including documentation within the company’s EHR.
• Perform photo documentation and picture taking of wounds.
• Travel may be required to various clinic locations and home program visits
• Nails are required to be trimmed and cleaned
• Acrylic nails are prohibited
• Adheres to dress code and wears identification while on duty
  
  

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure with the State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners, with no restrictions.
• Membership in professional and/or community organizations desirable.
• CPR/BLS required
• TB and Flu vaccination
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Mobility and Lifting: Frequent sitting for extended periods of time; frequent standing; frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Lifting, bending, and transferring patients from wheelchair to bed and vice versa.
• Visual: Constant ability to read information, including close up; constant ability to use a computer screen; frequent use of good overall vision, including color perception.
• Dexterity: Constant eye and hand coordination and manual dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard and finely manipulate small objects.
  
  

Emotional/Psychological: Constant ability to make decisions and concentrate.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Medical Practices

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