Licensed Practical Nurse

Amedisys, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,996 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Choice of medical plans

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Mental health support

Wellness rewards

Fleet vehicle program

Job summary

A prominent home health company is seeking a licensed practical nurse in Nashville, TN. The role includes verifying care plans, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and teaching self-care techniques to patients. With a competitive pay range of $22.50 - $27.00 per hour, the company offers benefits like flexible schedules, paid time off, and wellness rewards. Candidates must have at least one year of clinical experience, a current LPN license, and valid CPR certification.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical LPN experience required.
• Current LPN license specific to Tennessee required.
• Current CPR certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.
• Collaborate with physician and RN to meet patient needs.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs and perform medication reconciliation.

Skills

Clinical LPN experience

Patient care techniques

Vital signs checking

Education

Current LPN license

CPR certification

Tools

Documentation tools

Job description

Overview

Full-Time | Monday - Friday | 8AM - 5PM

Make a difference every day as an Amedisys licensed practical nurse

Join Amedisys—one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.—where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.

Attractive pay: $22.50 - $27.00 per hour

What's in it for you

• Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.
• Paid time off.
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities—use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.
• Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
• And more.

Responsibilities

• Verify plan of care with the RN prior to each visit.
• Collaborate with physician and RN frequently to ensure patient needs are being met; notify them as soon as possible when patient condition changes.
• Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques.
• Check vital signs.
• Review all medications and perform a medication reconciliation at each visit.
• Perform specialized procedures ordered by physician (e.g., foley catheter change).
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments using the aseptic technique.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical LPN experience.
• Current LPN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.