Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse - Private Duty
About The Position
Interim HealthCare is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) for a full-time private duty home health position in Bristol, Tennessee. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., with no nights or weekends. The role provides one-on-one patient care, and benefits begin after 30 days. Employees are paid weekly. The nurse provides home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases, often following hospital discharge, under the supervision of an RN. The position involves working with physicians, RNs, CNAs, and aides to deliver quality care and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team on patient care and discharge planning. Interim HealthCare describes its culture as one that values nurses, supports them through management, and empowers them to advocate for patients. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and prohibits discrimination and harassment on legally protected grounds.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
- Active RN or LPN license in Tennessee.
- CPR certification.
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
- Clinical proficiency in nursing, strong communication skills, and compassion.
Responsibilities
- Provide home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases, often after hospital discharge, under the supervision of an RN.
- Work with physicians, RNs, CNAs, and aides to deliver quality patient care.
- Take patient vital signs, perform assessments, document progress, and report changes to the RN supervisor.
- Assist the RN in carrying out the patient's plan of care and teach the patient self-care techniques.
- Educate the patient's family about the plan of care, medication, and home safety.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and plan for discharge.
Benefits
- One-to-one nurse-to-patient ratios.
- Flexible assignments, autonomy, and work-life balance.
- Online training, growth opportunities, and ability to earn CEUs.
- Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University.
- PTO and holiday pay.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) benefits.
- Benefits after 30 days.
- Weekly pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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