Licensed Practical Nurse

Addus HomeCare; Tennessee; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture and team atmosphere

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Generous time off accruals

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Employee Discount Programs

Work/life balance

Job summary

Tennessee Quality Care is seeking a Private Duty LPN to deliver personalized home health services in Tennessee. You will provide direct patient care, implement the plan of care, and document accurately to ensure quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a Tennessee LPN/LVN license with CPR certification and has at least three years of nursing experience, preferably in home health or medical-surgical settings. A patient-focused team environment and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Three years nursing experience, preference for community/home health or medical/surgical settings.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Current Tennessee LPN/LVN license and CPR certification.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined by 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.
• Educates patient and family/caregiver on self-care and diagnosis-related topics.
• Coordinates home health services and communicates needs to the RN/Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses equipment and supplies with aseptic technique.
• Participates in professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the RN.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Coordination of services

Education

LPN/LVN program

RN licensure (state)

CPR certification

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

Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.