Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Nhccare; Chattanooga, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Insurance

401K Match

Dental

Vision (All Optional)

Fun

Fast Paced Work Environment

Job summary

NHC HomeCare Chattanooga is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide skilled nursing services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role includes educating patients and caregivers, documenting results, and adjusting care plans as needed.

Qualifications include an active LPN license, graduation from a state-approved program, and at least one year of clinical experience. Home health experience is desirable. Mentorship will be provided through the first year.

Qualifications

• Unencumbered, current LPN license in the state where the HomeCare agency is located or compact state if applicable.
• Graduate of a state approved LPN program.
• Minimum one (1) year clinical experience as an LPN.
• Individuals with less than one year’s experience as an LPN will be considered.
• If hired, they will be mentored and provided additional oversight through the end of that 1-year period.
• Experience in home health care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, provides skilled nursing services as ordered on the plan of care and according to policy/procedures and state practice acts.
• Instructs the patient/caregiver in various aspects of patient care and disease management. Documents the patient/caregiver comprehension of and compliance with teaching.
• Observes patient response to care/teaching and makes recommendations regarding revision of plan for patient care to the Registered Nurse.
• Provides and documents skilled nursing care according to the established plan of care, policies/procedures, and standards of care. Performs other duties as assigned by the RN / Clinical Manager.

Skills

LPN license

Home health experience

Education

State-approved LPN program

Job description

Chattanooga HomeCare
NHC HomeCare Chattanooga
6025 Lee Hwy
Suite 443
Chattanooga, TN 37421, USA

Chattanooga HomeCare
NHC HomeCare Chattanooga
6025 Lee Hwy
Suite 443
Chattanooga, TN 37421, USA

"A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life"

Position: LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse – NHC HomeCare Chattanooga

Licensure:

• Unencumbered, current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state where the HomeCare agency is located or compact state if applicable
• Graduate of a state approved LPN program
• Minimum one (1) year clinical experience as an LPN
• Individuals with less than one full year’s experience as an LPN will be considered.
• If hired, they will be mentored and provided additional oversight through the end of that 1-year period.
• Experience in home health care is desirable.

LPN Position Highlights:

• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, provides skilled nursing services as ordered on the plan of care and according to policy/procedures and state practice acts.
• Instructs the patient/caregiver in various aspects of patient care and disease management. Documents the patient/caregiver comprehension of and compliance with teaching.
• Observes patient response to care/teaching and makes recommendations regarding revision of plan for patient care to the Registered Nurse.
• Provides and documents skilled nursing care according to the established plan of care, policies/procedures, and standards of care. Performs other duties as assigned by the RN / Clinical Manager.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Insurance
• 401K Match
• Dental
• Vision (All Optional)
• Fun
• Fast Paced Work Environment

NHC HomeCare Chattanooga is located at 6025 Lee Hwy, Suite 443, Chattanooga, TN, 37421

We look forward to talking with you!! NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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