Licensed Practical Nurse PRN - Asthma Sinus Allergy & Pulmonary Clinic

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the healthcare team, the LPN assists the Physician and/or Physician Extender in the technical nursing care given to patients. The LPN carries out functions that support patient care. The LPN functions under the supervision of the Director/Assistant Director and the Physician and/or physician extender. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity.

Requirements

• LIC-Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee
• Relevant Work Experience
• Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
• Less than 1 year of experience

Nice To Haves

• Clinical Patient Documentation (Novice)
• LPN Patient Education (Novice)
• LPN Care Planning (Novice)
• Clinical Competency (Novice)

Responsibilities

• Assessment and re-assessment of patients
• Provide direct care to patients of all ages
• Carries out tasks supportive to the patient care unit
• Contributes to the nursing assessment by collecting, reporting, and recording objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in the development of the plan of care in consultation with the licensed healthcare team.
• Demonstrates ability to anticipate resource needs, identify distinct tasks, set priorities, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work within areas of direct responsibility.
• Competently handles multiple assignments often simultaneously, prioritizing work into manageable and measurable units.
• Ability to adapt to changes to patient care and area needs with minimal disruption and loss of productivity.
• Follows up to assure problems and issues are resolved.
• Performs nursing interventions (such as wound care, point of care testing, vitals signs, etc.)

Benefits

• Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options
• Dental and /or vision plan
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Paid Time off (flex PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption assistance (maximums applied)
• Short-Long term disability
• Subsidized backup childcare

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree