LPN

Covenant Health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health's Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN, is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) for the Surgery Unit. This full-time role covers 72 hours per pay period with day shift, providing nursing care under RN supervision and contributing to patient education and care planning.

The LPN/LVN will perform standard nursing tasks, adhere to regulatory standards, and participate in unit quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensure in Tennessee.
• LPN/LVN licensure required to practice in the state.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Initiates admission database and history with RN collaboration.
• Performs nursing tasks and follows the plan of care under RN supervision.
• Observes patient condition changes and reports to RN Team Leader.
• Maintains infection control practices and safety standards.
• Assists in orientation of new staff and students.
• Administers IV venipuncture and parenteral fluids per protocol.
• Participates in unit quality assurance activities and care conferences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing care

Regulatory compliance

Patient education

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse, Surgery Unit

Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift

Fort Sanders Regional Overview:

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is a 444-bed hospital recognized for pairing clinical expertise with advanced medical technology to deliver exceptional care. As a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, we provide leading-edge treatment for stroke recovery. Our facility also offers specialized services in bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, minimally invasive spine procedures, and advanced orthopedic care.

Fort Sanders Regional is part of Covenant Health, East Tennessee’s largest nonprofit health system and a Becker’s “Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare.” Covenant Health includes nine hospitals and nearly 150 service locations, offering employees a comprehensive benefits package with tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, certification bonuses, and leadership development programs.

Position Summary:

The LPN/LVN will provide nursing care under supervision of a registered nurse, within an assigned unit.

Responsibilities

• Initiates admission database and history, and in collaboration with the RN implements patient and family teaching and care needs.
• Practices in compliance with all regulatory standards and adheres to all hospital policy and procedures in the performance of duties.
• Performs and prioritizes nursing care tasks.
• Accurately follows the nursing plan of care and pertinent medical orders in collaboration and under direction of a RN.
• Observes and reports nursing interventions and patient responses, and documents in a timely, concise and legible manner.
• Recognizes, responds, and reports changes in patient conditions to RN Team Leader.
• Participates in unit specific quality assurance activities and patient care conferences as requested.
• Demonstrates principles of infection control; collaborates with infection control nurse to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and personnel.
• Assists in orienting new employees or students to unit routines.
• Administers IV venipuncture and parenteral fluids per established hospital protocol.
• Performs specific advanced patient care treatments as approved to perform per hospital protocol.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

No prior experience as a LPN/LVN needed.

Licensure Requirement:

Currently licensed by the Tennessee Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).