Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Nursing Scholarship Available
Increased Pay Rates
(Pay based on years of experience)
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, provides individualized nursing care including task completion for the infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult, and/or geriatric patient through use of the nursing process and as appropriate for the age of the patient served. Performs patient care duties as outlined in the rehabilitation LPN Skills Inventory. The LPN is responsible for following Standard Precautions (Universal Precaution and BSI) procedure including transmission-based isolation as directed by the R. N. and/or IC/EH Coordinator as appropriate.
Scope of Authority / Leadership Responsibility / Reporting Relationships / Identification of Work Team
In collaboration with a Registered Nurse, the LPN has responsibility to provide direct and indirect care for the rehabilitation patient; to provide guidance to CNA, volunteers, and students as needed; to monitor all supply usage; to initiate emergency procedures related to patients, families, staff, and institution; and to adhere to all criteria set forth by JCAHO, CARF, and Tennessee State Board of Nursing.
Minimum Qualifications or Equivalents
Education, experience, licensure, certification, and/or specific skills and time frame for proficiency where appropriate.
Education
Graduation from accredited School of Practical Nursing with current licensure as LPN by State of Tennessee.
Experience
Two years designated experience in acute care or participation in appropriate orientation and/or refresher program.
Licensure/Certification
Current Tennessee State LPN licensure
Current CPR Certification
Skills/Competencies
Licensed Practical Nurse Working knowledge of:
Patient observation (vital signs, neurological signs, skin, bowel, etc.).
Operation/use of frequently used patient care/safety equipment.
Frequently performed patient care procedures.
Medication administration.
Pediatric issues – play therapy, medication dosages, chronological vs. developmental age, safety issues.
Physical / Mental Requirements
Must be able to lift objects more than 50 pounds and be able to perform difficult manipulative skills. Must be able to concentrate on fine detail with some interruption.