Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health • Nashville, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide hands-on nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The role includes delivering treatments, monitoring patient progress, supporting care planning, and promoting patient safety and comfort in alignment with individualized needs. The hospital is a 40-bed acute rehabilitation hospital in Nashville, Tennessee, and is part of Lifepoint Health.

This is a full-time day-shift position. The posting offers an $8,000 sign-on bonus. The LPN works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary care team and contributes to patients’ recovery through rehabilitation nursing care, education, and ongoing assessment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
• Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail.
• Compassionate approach and commitment to patient-centered care.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Dedication to continuous learning and professional development.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of Med/Surg experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
• IV Certification is highly preferred; it may be obtained within six months.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications safely and accurately according to patient age and clinical condition.
• Follow medication administration procedures to minimize medication errors.
• Assist the RN with initial assessments and patient reassessments according to policy.
• Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
• Complete timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision.
• Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.
• Assess and reassess pain, use appropriate pain management techniques, and educate patients and families.
• Perform patient care tasks in a manner that promotes safety and reduces medical errors.
• Develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $8,000 sign-on bonus.
• 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.
• Mental, physical, and financial 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: Associate degree