Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN PRN

Nhccare; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Eligibility

Health benefits

Earned Time Off

401(k) match

Paid Training

Mileage Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Caris Healthcare is seeking a Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for PRN and home health visits in Dickson, TN. The role involves providing technical nursing care, administering prescribed medications under supervision, and supporting the care team to deliver compassionate hospice services.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. Qualifications include an active LPN license in the operating state and at least one year of nursing

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state of operation.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience.
• Understanding of hospice care and interdisciplinary care team role.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical patient care and administers prescribed meds under RN supervision.
• Observes, records and reports patient condition changes and documents them.
• Performs procedures as instructed and supervised by an RN.
• Notifies care coordinator/physician of changes and updates clinical records.
• Participates in IDT planning and supports regulatory compliance.
• Assists home health aides when needed and supports physicians/RN in procedures.
• Familiar with documenting in electronic medical records.
• Participates in rotating on-call schedule.

Skills

LPN license

Hospice care knowledge

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Home health experience

Education

LPN training

Job description

Dickson Caris
118 Highway 70 E
Suite 2
Dickson, TN 37055, USA

Description

Position: LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse PRN

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 / hourly Depending on Experience and Responsibilities

Caris Healthcare's PRN Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing quality patient care and performing technical skilled care in the patient’s home. This position assists home health aides in fulfilling their responsibilities.

Caris Healthcare’s mission is to provide hospice care with grace. Serving patients throughout the Southeast region, we support our team members, patients and their families with compassion, accountability, respect, integrity and service. If you are ready for a rewarding career with a company that offers employees a culture of integrity and excellence, consider joining the Caris Healthcare team.

At Caris, you will have a career, not just a job. Our mission driven culture is evident by our current employees and the impact made on patients and families. All Caris team members commit to The Better Way, a list of promises we make to each other and our customers. The Better Way commitment is reflected in the benefits we provide.
Full Time Benefits include:

• Bonus Eligibility
• Eligible for benefits within 60 days
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision); health savings account
• Earned Time Off
• 401 (K) plan with company match
• Paid Training
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Scheduling

Position Highlights:

• Provides technical care to patients, receives assignments and reports, provides prescribed medication under supervision of RN
• Observes, records and reports all observations of the patient’s mental and physical care provided.
• Performs special procedures / treatments for which they have been instructed and supervised by an RN.
• Notifies the Patient Care Coordinator and/or physician immediately of any changes in patient’s condition; documents changes in the clinical record.
• Meets periodically with the Patient Care Coordinator for the purpose of discussing nursing care, policies, and future planning.
• Functions as a link to helping the agency comply with the requirements of regulatory bodies.
• Participates as an IDT team member. Formulates the interdisciplinary care plan in conjunction with other IDT team members.
• When requested, assists home health aides in performance of their duties. Assists the physician or the RN in performing specialized procedures.
• Willing and able to accurately utilize any automated device required to document in the electronic medical record.
• Participates in on call according to rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the agency state of operation.
• Must have a complete knowledge of technical skills required in the performance of nursing procedures with at least one (1) year of nursing experience.
• Possess an understanding of the concepts of hospice care and his/her role as a member of an interdisciplinary care team

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Training - LPN

Expert

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Licensed Practical Nurse

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