LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE 3 - TREATMENT PLAN COORDINATOR - 10272026-82252

State of Tennessee; Bolivar (TN); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 59 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The State of Tennessee is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for an on-site role in Bolivar, TN within the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Department. The position involves general supervision responsibilities, leading nursing staff, administering medications, and following care plans for patients in a hospital/clinic setting.

Qualifications include current Tennessee LPN licensure or privilege under the NLC, and the ability to work day/evening/night shifts as required.

Qualifications

• Must be currently licensed as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in Tennessee or have privilege to practice under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Two years of licensed practical nursing experience or equivalent.
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator license if required.

Responsabilités

• Leads the application of nursing techniques required in care and treatment of patients; advises subordinate staff.
• Performs Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR, and other emergency responses; follows care plans and administers medications.
• Educates patients and caregivers on maintaining health; demonstrates self-care activities.
• Documents patient assessments, care, and education; records interventions and medication administration.

Connaissances

Critical Thinking

Monitoring

Reading Comprehension

Active Learning & Listening

Time Management

Formation

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Outils

Electronic devices

Various Medical Equipment and Devices

Description du poste

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 10/27/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

Opening Date/Time 10/27/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time 11/02/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly) $3,261.00 - $4,900.00

Salary (Annually) $39,132.00 - $58,800.00

Job Type Full-Time

City, State Location Bolivar, TN

Department Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES, HARDEMAN COUNTY

This position is located at Western Mental Health Institute.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

This is an on-site position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Currently licensed as a practical nurse and experience equivalent to two years of licensed practical nursing.

Necessary Special Qualifications

Currently licensed as a practical nurse with the State of Tennessee or holds a privilege to practice in the State of Tennessee under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). A valid motor vehicle operator license may be required. Official transcripts and/or high school diploma, along with any required licenses or certifications, must be provided prior to employment.

Overview

Under general supervision, is responsible for licensed practical nursing duties of average difficulty which includes leading others in work; and performs related work as required. This is the lead level class in the Licensed Practical Nurse job series. An employee in this class is assigned to work in a hospital, clinic, institution, or in the home and lead the work of technical nursing staff in the setting. An employee in this class may be assigned to work days, evenings, nights, and/or weekends. This class differs from Licensed Practical Nurse 2 in that the latter is not responsible for leading the work of technical nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Leads the application of nursing techniques required in care and treatment of patients. Advises subordinate staff in policies and procedures.
• Performs BLS (Basic Life Support), CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and other emergency responses. Follows a prescribed health care plan or protocol, takes the patient's vital signs, and administers medication.
• Educates patients/caregivers how to maintain optimal health status. Demonstrates self-care such as dressing changes, self-examinations, activities of daily living (e.g., hygiene), and use of adaptive equipment/devices.
• Documents assessments, care, and education provided to the patient. Documents orders followed, medical interventions, completed tests/results, and the administration/effectiveness of drugs.
• Discuss the patients' comprehensive health plan with other staff to identify the patients'/clients' needs. Provides education to employees and others.
• Maintains an adequate, current, and secure inventory of health care supplies. Reports discrepancies in the inventory.
• Ensures that medical equipment and designated work areas are kept clean and serviceable. Reports any maintenance problems or repairs made on equipment.
• Communicates with internal and external entities.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies

• Nimble Learning
• Manages Complexity
• Courage
• Action Oriented
• Interpersonal Savvy

Knowledges

• Nursing Practices & Procedures
• Human Behavior
• Customer and Personal Service

Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Monitoring
• Reading Comprehension
• Active Learning and Listening
• Time Management

Abilities

• Deductive Reasoning
• Inductive Reasoning
• Written Comprehension
• Speech Clarity
• Problem Sensitivity

Tools & Equipment

• Electronic devices
• Various Medical Equipment and Devices

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

• Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.