Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Clinic

Lifepoint Health • Athens, TN

16h

About The Position

Starr Regional Family Practice is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient care under the direction of an RN. The schedule is Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., with Thursdays off. The role works closely with the Infusion Department in a supportive team environment focused on efficient, compassionate patient care. The position requires phlebotomy capability and EMR experience.

Requirements

• Graduate of an LPN program.
• Knowledge of ICD-9 and ICD-10, CPT codes, insurance benefits, and healthcare backgrounds.
• EMR experience.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy.
• Critical-thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a stressful environment, and to take appropriate action.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Active Tennessee LPN license (single-state or compact) required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient data to support assessment and analysis by an RN.
• Perform plan-of-care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care; medication administration may be included.
• Document patient care provided.
• Assist the RN with developing plans of care.
• Help patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Monitor and document patient status and responses to interventions, and communicate them to the RN, physician, patient, and family.
• Advocate for patients' physical and emotional well-being.
• Schedule appointments and procedures as ordered by the provider.
• Obtain insurance re-authorizations for testing and scheduled procedures as requested.
• Attend clinic meetings.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Report incidents, hazards, and drug interactions, and initiate appropriate action.
• Complete safety instructional programs.
• Assist other team members when time permits.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed