Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Long Term Care (PRN)

Lifepoint Health; Etowah (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental wellness programs

Free gym memberships

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Etowah, Tennessee. In this role, you will work under RN supervision, contributing to patient assessments and performing care interventions. You will assist patients with daily living activities while advocating for their well-being.

Applicants must have a current Tennessee LPN license and BLS certification. We prioritize employee well-being and offer numerous professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse license is required.
• Basic Life Support certification required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to patient assessments under RN direction.
• Performs care interventions, specimen collection, and wound care.
• Assists patients with daily living activities.
• Monitors and communicates patient status and reactions.

Skills

Patient Care

Wound Care

Medication Administration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license in Tennessee

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care

Schedule: 12 hour variable shifts as needed.

Your experience matters

Starr Regional Health and Rehab part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

How you'll contribute

• Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given.
• Assists RN with development of plan of care.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient’s status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well‑being of the patient.

Why join us

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

• 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.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a current Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse license. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire.

About Starr Regional Health and Rehab

Starr Regional Health and Rehab is a 88‑bed long‑term and skilled nursing facility that has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah community for over 50 years.

EEOC Statement

Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran