LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) 2

Job Overview

Under general supervision, is responsible for licensed practical nursing duties of average difficulty; and performs related work as required. This is the working level class in the Licensed Practical Nurse job series. An employee in this class is responsible for providing licensed practical nursing health care support.

Salary: Based on education and experience, with a minimum starting rate of $2,896 per month or $34,752 annually.

Full time position: 37.5 hours weekly, Monday- Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Performs BLS (Basic Life Support), CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and other emergency responses. Follows a prescribed health care plan or protocol, takes the patient's vital signs, and administers medication.
• Educates patients/caregivers how to maintain optimal health status. Demonstrates self-care such as dressing changes, self-examinations, activities of daily living (e.g., hygiene), and use of adaptive equipment/devices.
• Documents assessments, care, and education provided to the patient. Documents orders followed, medical interventions, completed tests/results, and the administration/effectiveness of drugs.
• Discusses the patients comprehensive health plan with other staff to identify the patients/clients needs.
• Maintains an adequate, current, and secure inventory of health care supplies. Reports discrepancies in the inventory.
• Ensures that medical equipment and designated work areas are kept clean and serviceable. Reports any maintenance problems or repairs made on equipment.
• Provides education to employees and others.
• Communicates with internal and external entities

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a practical nurse
• Valid Tennessee Driver’s License

Pay: From $34,752.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• LVN (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person