Private Duty LPN - Knoxville,

About the Role

As the Home and Community Based Services Licensed Practical Nurse, you will provide direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill and/or chronically ill patients in their homes. Responsibilities include recording clinical and progress notes and coordinating other patient care activities/services to ensure the highest quality of care in the assigned geographic service area. You will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by state laws, in accordance with the plan of care and in coordination with other members of the health care team, following all applicable infection control procedures.
• Documents patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record using the agency's electronic visit verification program (as applicable).
• Actively participates in the agency's care coordination process, including timely reporting of patients' needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conferences, and communicating effectively with the patient, family, physician, other clinicians, agency management staff, case coordinator, and community case managers (as applicable).
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

Requirements

• Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in the state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to work independently.
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Benefits

In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Pay

The hourly pay for this role will range from $22.90 to $34.35 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.