Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse - Private Duty - Morristown, TN
About The Position
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) Full-time Days, (3) 12 hour shifts - NO WEEKENDS! Great Compensation! Great Benefits! in Morristown, TN Experience a work culture where nurses are valued, management backs you and you’re empowered to be a patient’s advocate. At Interim HealthCare®, these are just a few of the rewards you’ll enjoy as a Home Health Nurse. Why Work for Interim HealthCare? Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to nurses is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for nurses in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network of nurses who have rediscovered the passion that led them to nursing. Our Home Health Nurses enjoy some notable benefits: 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical/Dental/Vision & 401(k) Benefits As a Home Health Nurse, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do: Provide home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries and chronic diseases—often after hospital discharge—under the supervision of an RN Work with a team of physicians, RNs, CNAs and aides to deliver quality patient care Take patient vitals, do assessments, document progress and report changes to RN supervisor Assist RN in carrying out patient’s plan of care and teaching patient self-care techniques Educate family on the patient’s plan of care, medication and home safety Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and plan for discharge
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and active RN OR LPN license in TN
- 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 a team of physicians, RNs, CNAs and aides to deliver quality patient care
- Take patient vitals, do assessments, document progress and report changes to RN supervisor
- Assist RN in carrying out patient’s plan of care and teaching patient self-care techniques
- Educate family on the patient’s plan of care, medication and home safety
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and plan for discharge
Benefits
- PTO
- Holiday Pay
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
