Licensed Practical Nurse

Addus HomeCare•Jackson, TN

About The Position

Join a Team That Cares Like Family At Tennessee Quality Care , we provide compassionate, personalized care to help people live their best liveswhether theyre healing, managing illness, or nearing lifes end. We treat every patient like family, and were looking for caregivers who feel the same. Make a differenceevery daywith a team that puts people first.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
Has three (3) years nursing experience.
Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance

Nice To Haves

Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.