LPN

Homecare Company Of Tennessee; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Homecare Company Of Tennessee in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking a practical nurse to provide in-home nursing services in accordance with agency standards and applicable regulations.

You will collaborate with patients and families, ensure safe delivery of home health care, and document care accurately.

Qualifications include completion of a state-approved practical nursing program; licensure in practical nursing preferred; prior home health experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program.
• Licensure in Practical Nursing preferred.
• Experience in home care settings and knowledge of regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services in the patient’s home in accordance with agency standards and applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensure quality and safe delivery of home health care services.
• Implement current nursing practice to meet the needs of patients.
• Fulfill additional performance responsibilities as assigned to support patient care.
• Promote effective written and verbal communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Use equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently to provide optimal care.

Skills

Home health nursing

Patient communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

State-approved practical nursing program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: OAK RIDGE, TN 37830

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Job Shift: Any

Job Purpose:

• Provides nursing services in the patient’s home in accordance with agency standards and applicable laws and regulations. Ensures that patients receive the highest possible quality of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure quality and safe delivery of home health care services.
• Implement current nursing practice to meet the needs of patients.
• Fulfill additional performance responsibilities as assigned and as necessary to support patient care.
• Promote effective written and verbal communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Use equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently to provide optimal care.

Qualifications Required Education:

• Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program

Preferred Education:

• Licensure in Practical Nursing

Required Experience:

• Experience in providing nursing services in a home care setting
• Familiarity with applicable laws and regulations governing home health care
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality patient care

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ensures quality and safe delivery of home health care services
• Implements current nursing practice effectively
• Fulfills additional performance responsibilities as assigned and as necessary
• Promotes effective written and verbal communication
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently