Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN Day or Nights

RHA Health Services, LLC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early access to earned wages

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings program

Free CPR and job-specific training opportunities

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC in Knoxville, Tennessee is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential medical treatment to individuals with disabilities. The role involves collaborating with registered nurses and other professionals to ensure optimal care.

Candidates must possess an accredited nursing qualification, an active LPN license, and good communication skills. The position comes with various benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) retirement savings program for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current CPR Certification or eligibility to certify for CPR.
• Possess credentials required by Federal or State law.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Document nursing care provided.
• Advocate for the people supported.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to work independently

Fluency in American Sign Language

Education

Accredited licensed nurse program

Current LPN license

Job description

Position Overview

We are hiring for: (LPN) Licensed Practical Nurse PRN Type: Regular

Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care and services to persons with disabilities in residential homes and/or vocational centers at a single business location. Relies on knowledge, experience, and judgment to accomplish tasks in combination with clinical supervision from the registered nurse and direction from the Registered Nurse and/or Administrator. Requires graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program and current LPN license with no restrictions to practice nursing.

REPORTS TO: Regional Nursing Director

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Observe, assist with gathering health‑related data, and report the health needs of the people we support to the registered nurse.
• Coordinate preventative and routine medical care for people supported.
• Document nursing care provided.
• Assist physicians with on‑site medical clinics where applicable.
• Provide health‑related trainings to unlicensed personnel according to state regulations.
• Conduct medication pass observations in the home to ensure staff competency according to state regulations.
• Conduct medication closest assessments.
• Perform quality assurance checks and observations to ensure unlicensed personnel are performing health‑related tasks as assigned according to state regulations.
• Observe for and report any abnormal health‑related findings to the physician.
• Communicate with physicians, pharmacies, medical suppliers, and the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Advocate for the people supported and assist with developing community supports to promote optimal health for the people supported.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited licensed nurse program.
• Current LPN license with no restrictions to practice nursing.
• Current CPR Certification or eligibility to certify for CPR.
• Possess credentials required by Federal or State law.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Interdisciplinary Team Members, as well as the people supported and their families.
• Must be able to work independently, be organized, and possess the ability to prioritize work tasks.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) required for employees in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs; the requirement to talk and hear does not apply to these programs.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to regularly lift and carry up to 20 lbs. and occasionally pull at least 40 lbs.
• Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop as part of regular job duties.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Required to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from floor level, which requires working on hands and knees, bending, standing, and lifting.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision.
• Must be able to talk and hear.

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money.
• Paid Time Off (full‑time employees only).
• Health/Insurance (full‑time employees only).
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees).
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job‑specific training opportunities.
• Contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits.

EEO Statement

RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.