LPN

addus; Oakfield (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Work/life balance

Job summary

Tennessee Quality Care is seeking a Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in the home setting, following the plan of care established by the registered nurse.

You will implement care plans, document accurately, and educate patients and families on self-care and diagnosis-related needs. This role requires an LPN license, CPR certification, and reliable transportation for community/home health duties.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Three years nursing experience; community/home health or medical/surgical experience preferred.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver’s license and appropriate automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, reporting identified needs for other disciplines to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies adhering to aseptic technique.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
• Provides health care instructions to the patient per assessment and plan of care.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Care planning

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse program

CPR certification

Job description

Position: Private Duty License Practical Nurse

Tennessee Quality Care provides personalized medical care to help people live their best lives. We take care of patients recovering from surgery or illness, coping with a difficult health challenge, or seeking end-of-life care. We believe our calling is to offer every patient the same level of care we’d give to our own families. Come join our team of compassionate caregivers that deliver the highest quality care day in and day out.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay, Generous time off, Paid Holidays, Dental, Vision, Health, 401K (Company Matching)
• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

What You’ll Do

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
• Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance.