Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medical-Surgical (Med Surg)

Lifepoint Health • Lawrenceburg, TN

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) unit. This full-time night position involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Med/Surg unit offers a supportive, family-oriented environment within a fast-paced setting, contributing significantly to hospital admissions and patient care.

Requirements

• Current Tennessee or compact state LPN license
• Completion of a Practical Nursing Program
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 7 days of hire
• Critical thinking skills
• Decisive judgment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program
• LPN License for the State of Tennessee

Nice To Haves

• One-year previous experience preferred

Responsibilities

• As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
• Under the direction of an RN or Med-Surge Charge Nurse, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given.
• Assists RN with development of plan of care.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree