Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Tennessee Quality Care provides personalized medical care to help people live their best lives. We take care of patients recovering from surgery or illness, coping with a difficult health challenge, or seeking end-of-life care. We believe our calling is to offer every patient the same level of care we’d give to our own families. Come join our team of compassionate caregivers that deliver the highest quality care day in and day out.

We offer:

Great culture and team atmosphere

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability)

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

What You’ll Do:

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.

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

Part-time