Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

AdamsPlace • Chattanooga, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

NHC HomeCare Chattanooga is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team. This role involves providing skilled nursing services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, educating patients and caregivers on disease management, and observing patient responses to care. The LPN will document care provided and collaborate with the RN and Clinical Manager on revisions to the plan of care.

Requirements

• Unencumbered, current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state where the HomeCare agency is located or compact state if applicable
• Graduate of a state approved LPN program
• Minimum one (1) year clinical experience as an LPN
• Individuals with less than one full year’s experience as an LPN will be considered. If hired, they will be mentored and provided additional oversight through the end of that 1-year period.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in home health care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, provides skilled nursing services as ordered on the plan of care and according to policy/procedures and state practice acts.
• Instructs the patient/caregiver in various aspects of patient care and disease management. Documents the patient/caregiver comprehension of and compliance with teaching.
• Observes patient response to care/teaching and makes recommendations regarding revision of plan for patient care to the Registered Nurse.
• Provides and documents skilled nursing care according to the established plan of care, policies/procedures, and standards of care.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the RN / Clinical Manager.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Insurance
• 401K Match
• Dental
• Vision

What This Job Offers

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