Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Pediatrics PRN

Lifepoint Health • Winchester, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network. As a Clinic LPN joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Highpoint Health Pediatrics Winchester is an office group that is compassionate about their patients and treats every child like their own. Caring, compassionate providers who strive to prioritize a child’s well-being with genuine empathy, patience, and a "child-first" approach.

Requirements

• Current Tennessee or compact state LPN license
• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• LPN License for the State of Tennessee
• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program

Responsibilities

• As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
• 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.
• Schedules appointments and procedures as ordered by the provider.
• Obtains insurance re-authorizations as requested for testing and scheduled procedures.

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

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree