LPN
Addus HomeCare · Clarksville, TN · 2 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
Job Summary
Tennessee Quality Care is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Home Health team full-time. This role offers the opportunity to provide direct patient care, implement care plans, educate patients and families, and coordinate home health services.
About the Role
Transform lives through meaningful, one-on-one care delivered at home. Our team focuses on helping patients heal, manage chronic conditions, and maintain independence.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
- Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
- Accurately and timely documents patient care consistent with the plan of care.
- Affirms 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, reporting 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.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
- Has three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
- 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability).
- Effective on the first of the month.
- 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Generous time off accruals.
- Paid holidays.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Merit Increases.
- Employee Discount Programs.
- Work/life balance.
Pay
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Schedule
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