Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Detox

Memorial Physician Practices; Pulaski (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Financial protection and PTO

Tuition assistance and loan assistance

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Detox in Pulaski, Tennessee, who will provide direct patient care in the detox department. This full-time role involves working 3x12 night shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM with rotating weekends.

The right candidate must have a current LPN license, a background in a practical nursing program, and strong critical thinking skills. Opportunities for professional development and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee or compact state LPN license.
• Graduate from a practical nursing program.
• One year previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Works in a detox environment with the ability to manage stress.
• Participates in self-scheduled preference requests.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Stress management

Education

Graduate of a Practical Nursing program

Current Tennessee or compact state LPN license

Tools

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)

Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS)

Job description

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Detox

Job Type: Full-Time | Night

Schedule: 3x12; 7p-7a; Rotating Weekend

About the team

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. As a Detox LPN joining our team, you will be part of a mission dedicated to making communities healthier while providing compassionate care.

Working in our Detox Department is the kind of work that stays with you. It is being there for people when they feel lost, reminding them they still matter, and helping them believe a better future is possible. The relationships built with patients and coworkers create a department that feels like a purpose, not just a workplace.

We offer self-scheduled preference requests and flexibility to swap shifts with coworkers to help balance personal needs while working in a department where your impact can help change lives.

How you'll contribute

• Detox LPN who excels in this role: As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current Tennessee or compact state LPN license and be a graduate from a practical nursing program. Additional requirements include:

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire; Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) within 6 months of hire; IV Competency preferred with intent to obtain within 1 year of hire; Handle With Care (HWC) preferred.
• Required Skills: Critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Experience: One-year previous experience preferred.
• Licenses: Current Tennessee LPN license.
• Education: Graduate of a Practical Nursing program.

EEOC Statement

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.