LPN Licensed Practical Nurse

NHC Careers; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NHC HomeCare Knoxville is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team. The role includes providing skilled nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, along with patient education and care management. Ideal candidates will hold a valid LPN license and have experience in home health care. NHC offers competitive wages and a supportive work environment, promoting a commitment to integrity and care excellence.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

401K Match

Insurance (Optional)

Dental (Optional)

Vision (Optional)

Fun, Fast Paced Work Environment

Qualifications

• Unencumbered, current Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• Minimum one year clinical experience as an LPN required.
• Experience in home health care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing services as ordered on the plan of care.
• Instructs patient/caregiver in aspects of care and disease management.
• Observes patient responses to care and makes recommendations.

Skills

Skilled nursing care

Patient teaching

Clinical assessment

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license

Graduate of state approved LPN program

Job description

"A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life"

Position: LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse – NHC HomeCare Knoxville

Licensure:

• Unencumbered, current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state where the HomeCare agency is located or compact state if applicable
• Graduate of a state approved LPN program
• Minimum one (1) year clinical experience as an LPN
  • Individuals with less than one full year’s experience as an LPN will be considered.
  • If hired, they will be mentored and provided additional oversight through the end of that 1-year period.
• Experience in home health care is desirable.

LPN Position Highlights:

• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, provides skilled nursing services as ordered on the plan of care and according to policy/procedures and state practice acts.
• Instructs the patient/caregiver in various aspects of patient care and disease management. Documents the patient/caregiver comprehension of and compliance with teaching.
• Observes patient response to care/teaching and makes recommendations regarding revision of plan for patient care to the Registered Nurse.
• Provides and documents skilled nursing care according to the established plan of care, policies/procedures, and standards of care. Performs other duties as assigned by the RN / Clinical Manager.

Benefits:
Competitive Wages, Insurance, 401K Match, Dental, Vision (All Optional), Fun, Fast Paced Work Environment

NHC HomeCare Knoxville is located at9050 Executive Park Dr.Suite B100,Knoxville, TN 37923

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us atnhccare.com/locations/homecare-knoxville/

We look forward to talking with you!! NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.