LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - FAIRFIELD GLADES

Liberty Health; Crossville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Health in Crossville, TN seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to join our Fairfield Glades unit, providing compassionate geriatric nursing care under RN supervision.

The LPN will assist in directing nursing services, observe patient conditions, notify physicians of emergencies, and participate in in-service trainings. A valid LPN license and CPR certification are required. This role emphasizes teamwork and patient-centered care with opportunities to contribute to care plans.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse credential required from an accredited program.
• Current CPR certification and RN supervision for emergencies.
• Ability to provide quality geriatric nursing and follow physicians' orders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in directing nursing services for unit under RN supervision.
• Delegate tasks to nursing staff and monitor performance.
• Observe patients for signs of deterioration or adverse changes.
• Notify attending physician of emergencies and adjust orders as instructed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN license

Geriatric nursing

Emergency response

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse diploma

Job description

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - FAIRFIELD GLADES

Liberty Health CROSSVILLE, Tennessee, United States

About this position

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - FAIRFIELD GLADES

At Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment.

We are currently seeking an experienced:

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

Job Description:

• Assists in direction of nursing services for unit/hall, in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act, and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Delegates duties to professional nurses and non-professional nursing personnel and monitoring work performance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Observes patients for symptoms and/or reactions, including general physical and/or mental condition for signs, which may be indicative of adverse change.
• Assists with notifying attending physician of emergencies and death of patients in the unit. Implement changes in orders as instructed or ordered by physicians.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High school graduate.
• Licensed Practical Nurse, graduated from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current, valid license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing and submit proof of license renewal every other year.
• Willing to work as charge nurses, and work as needed during emergencies to assure adequate coverage.
• Ability to provide quality nursing care to patients, follow doctors’ orders, and have a genuine interest in geriatric nursing.
• CPR certified yearly.
• Attend in-service training and other staff meetings as required.

Visit www.libertyhealthcareandrehab.com for more information.

Background checks/drug-free workplace.

EOE.