Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse - Private Duty

Interim HealthCare of East Tennessee•Church Hill, TN

About The Position

Interim HealthCare is hiring a Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to provide one-on-one, home-based patient care in Church Hill, Tennessee. The position is full-time and scheduled Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no nights or weekends. Nurses provide care to patients with illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases, often following hospital discharge, under RN supervision. The role involves coordinating with physicians, nurses, nursing assistants, and aides to deliver quality care and support patient outcomes. Interim HealthCare describes a work culture that values nurses, provides management support, and empowers nurses to advocate for patients. The company operates through more than 300 offices and highlights flexible assignments, autonomy, work-life balance, training, and professional growth.

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 RN supervision.
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 patients self-care techniques.
Educate families about the patient’s plan of care, medication, and home safety.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and plan for discharge.