Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Day Shift – Full Time

Newport; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay

Health insurance

Dental, vision, disability, and life

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling options

401(k)

Paid time off

Daily pay access

Referral program

Discount program

Job summary

Newport Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Newport, TN seeks an LPN to provide direct nursing care and supervision to residents, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.

You will monitor resident conditions, participate in care planning, and support family education while maintaining accurate documentation and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current, unencumbered LPN license in Tennessee.
• Long-term care/skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor team members in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care including treatments, wound care, and medication administration.
• Supervise and support CNAs/CMAs, delegate tasks appropriately, and ensure completion of care.
• Monitor resident conditions, complete focused assessments, and report significant changes promptly.
• Participate in care planning, documentation, and resident/family education as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the medical record and logs.
• Promote infection control, safety, and regulatory compliance on the unit.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment focused on resident outcomes and satisfaction.

Skills

Assessment

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

LPN license in Tennessee

Job description

About Us

At Newport Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center in Newport, TN, we are:

• New grad friendly
• Family oriented
• Teamwork driven
• Unique!

Join our growing team at Newport Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center. We pride ourselves on the level of care we provide for both the residents and the staff.

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing care and supervision to residents, coordinates with the interdisciplinary team, and ensures high-quality care in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care including treatments, wound care, and medication administration in accordance with orders and scope of practice.
• Supervise and support CNAs/CMAs, delegate tasks appropriately, and ensure completion of care.
• Monitor resident conditions, complete focused assessments, and promptly report significant changes to the RN and/or provider.
• Participate in care planning, documentation, and resident/family education as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the medical record and required logs.
• Promote infection control, safety, and regulatory compliance on the unit.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment focused on resident outcomes and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current, unencumbered LPN license in the state of Tennessee.
• Long-term Care/skilled Nursing Experience Preferred.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor team members in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Great pay
• Insurance including health, dental, vision, disability, and life
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible scheduling options
• Discount program
• Referral program
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Daily pay access
• And much more…

EEO Statement

Newport Post-Acute and Rehabilitation Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected char