Home Care - Licensed Practical Nurse - Intermittent

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

6d•Remote

About The Position

Vanderbilt Home Care Services – Intermittent Care provides short-term, medically necessary services to patients in their homes under physician direction. This division focuses on supporting individuals recovering from illness, surgery, or acute exacerbations of chronic conditions, allowing them to receive skilled care while maintaining independence in a familiar environment. Intermittent services are delivered on a part-time or as-needed basis and include skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and home health aide support. Care is tailored to each patient’s individualized plan, with an emphasis on restoring function, improving mobility, managing symptoms, and promoting self-care. The program primarily serves patients transitioning from hospital or post-acute settings, making it a critical component of the care continuum. Clinicians collaborate closely with physicians, case managers, and caregivers to ensure coordinated, seamless care. Frequent assessments and care plan adjustments are conducted to align with patient progress and evolving needs. Vanderbilt’s Intermittent Home Care team prioritizes quality outcomes, patient safety, and reduced hospital readmissions through evidence-based practices and proactive care management. The use of advanced technology, including electronic health records and remote monitoring tools, supports timely communication and enhances care coordination. By delivering high-quality care directly in the home, the Intermittent Care program helps patients regain independence, improve health outcomes, and transition safely to long-term wellness.

Requirements

LIC-Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee
Relevant Work Experience
1 year experience
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Nice To Haves

Clinical Competency (Intermediate)
LPN Patient Education (Intermediate)
LPN Care Planning (Intermediate)
Clinical Patient Documentation (Intermediate)

Responsibilities

Collaborates with patients/families and health care providers in the delivery of health care services
Partners with the healthcare team by following established plan of care to ensure patient progress for effective outcomes
Support plans to promote health and a safe and healthy environment
Navigates intense medical scenarios with autonomy, under the direction of the supervising RN while maintaining compliance with the physician ordered plan of care
Administer intravenous fluids and perform sterile procedures
Recognize and respond to clinical situations appropriately and timely to prevent patient decompensation and injury
Identify and assess patient needs and clinical changes, accurately reporting assessment findings in a timely manner to Supervising RN and physician