LPN, SAT/SUN, 7A-7P ASST LIVING

Trezevant Episcopal Home; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Trezevant Episcopal Home in Memphis, TN is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time day shift (7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.). This role involves providing professional nursing care to geriatric residents in accordance with ANA standards and the facility’s plan of care and physician orders.

A 2-year degree and TN LPN licensure are required. Responsibilities include administering medications, processing orders, monitoring patient status, and collaborating with the health care

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with Tennessee licensure or multi-state license.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in geriatric or long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications (oral, IM, subcutaneous) and manage IVs per policy.
• Process medical and nursing orders accurately.
• Operate equipment to carry out physician orders.
• Intervene in emergencies per facility policy and procedure.
• Report timely and accurately across shifts with pertinent data.
• Chart observations reflecting nursing process and resident status.
• Assess resident problems, symptoms, and behavior changes.
• Supervise ancillary nursing staff and collaborate with the care team.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Physical endurance

Professional demeanor

Education

2 Year Degree

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced • Location: Trezevant Episcopal Home – Memphis, TN 38111 • Position Type: Full Time • Education Level: 2 Year Degree • Salary Range: $25.00 - $28.50 per hour • Shift: 7:00a.m. – 3:00p.m. • Category: Health Care

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provides professional nursing care according to the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice, in conformance with the scope of practice, plan of care and physician/nursing orders ensuring that the highest quality of nursing care is delivered in accordance with the established standards and procedures. Must love the geriatric population and understand/embrace the importance of quality of life.

Shift Time: 7AM – 3PM, Monday – Friday

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer medicines (p.o., IM, subq), manage IVs effectively; perform special care treatments and procedures such as dressings, foley catheterizations, operation of pumps, special beds as ordered per policy and procedure.
• Process medical and nursing orders according to facility policy and procedure.
• Operate necessary equipment properly to carry out physician's orders.
• Intervene, according to facility policy and procedure, in emergency and life‑threatening situations.
• Report timely with pertinent data in a concise manner between outgoing and incoming shifts.
• Perform other activities as assigned.
• Chart significant and meaningful observations of the residents reflecting nursing process.
• Assess and identify resident problems, symptoms, and behavioral changes.
• Supervise ancillary nursing staff effectively.
• Collaborate with all members of the health care team to promote quality resident care.
• Communicate with physicians as necessary.
• Maintain communication skills reflecting caring and respect for residents, families and other members of the health care team.
• Be knowledgeable of legal guidelines and ethical standards of the LPN in the state of Tennessee.
• Attend 12 in‑service programs yearly to maintain competency expectations.
• Be knowledgeable of Trezevant’s Mission, vision and values.
• Report for work on time, as scheduled, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

QUALIFICATIONS

The License Practical Nurse (LPN) will make clinical decisions. This position reports to the Director of Nursing and/or designee.

JOB SKILLS

• Communication Skills – both written and oral.
• Organization Skills – plan and coordinate the performance of duties to meet requirements of plan of care.
• Physical Skills – meet requirements outlined specifically as listed per physical activity, visual demands, physical surroundings, and hazards applicable to this position.
• Professional Skills – treat resident with respect and dignity; maintain confidentiality of information.

SPECIAL DEMANDS

• Must possess and exhibit a strong positive attitude toward customer service and have a genuine interest in geriatric care and uphold the philosophy of the community.
• Ability to communicate directions and goals clearly and effectively.
• Ability to make independent decisions when the circumstances warrant such actions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be in good physical health.
• Requires ability to stand and walk short and long distances for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry objects in excess of 30 pounds.
• Requires reaching above, below and at shoulder level.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works in a clean environment, well‑lit and well‑ventilated commons building, laundry facilities, wellness facilities and residential units. Work environment involves slight physical risks or hazardous conditions and exposure to communicable diseases, which require following basic safety precautions (wearing lab coats, rubber gloves, and so on). To the extent that the employee complies with precautionary measures, this risk is reduced.

LICENSE

• Maintain a state of Tennessee or multi‑state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Must possess a current CPR certification.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at‑will" employment relationship.