Nursing Jobs in Clinton, TN

RN-72 Hour

Overview Registered Nurse, Emergency Department Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Night Shift Methodist Overview: Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, part of Covenant Health, is a trusted regional hospital serving East Tennessee with advanced care and a personal touch. With more than 30 specialties, including cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and vascular care, the facility offers innovative treatments for complex conditions like aneurysms, joint damage, heart failure, and chronic wounds. Backed by a team of over 1,000 healthcare professionals and 250 physicians, Methodist Medical Center combines state-of-the-art technology with compassionate care, earning national recognition for patient safety and excellence in stroke and heart care. Our facilities offer patients all the benefits of medical expertise and innovation while still embodying the convenience of a hometown medical center that is close to the support of family and friends. JOB OBJECTIVES: Assume direct responsibility and accountability for, and authority of, the nursing care of all patients assigned. Normally scheduled for three 12-hour shifts per week including every other weekend. Paid for hours worked and receives full-time benefits. Responsibilities Assesses and identifies the patient's physiological and psycho-social problems and needs. Develops an individualized plan of nursing care for each patient in which goals, in terms of measurable outcomes, are stated. Ensures that nursing care plan is consistent with the medical plan and adheres to accepted current standards of care and practice. Makes appropriate assignments to team members by utilizing patient acuity data, and maintains accountability for members under his/her direction. Ensures nursing care adheres to current hospital/departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Demonstrates principles of infection control and collaborates with infection control nurse to ensure safety of patients, staff, and visitors. Participates in the orientation of new personnel. Assists clinical instructors in providing learning experiences for nursing students. Documents review and/or revision of each assigned patient's plan of care at least every 24 hours. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Other duties as assigned. HEALTH/SAFETY/COMPETENCE: Cannot pose a direct threat to health or safety of self or others. Must provide safe, efficient, competent care to customer or patient population assigned. Must demonstrate competency of the unit specific functions described in the performance continuum, skill lists and/or standards. Qualifications EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Must have knowledge of: Etiology, pathophysiology and prognosis for illnesses and health problems; The nursing process; The management process; Current developments in nursing; Hospital functions, policies, procedures and regulations as they relate to nursing service. For staff involved in the care of age-specific groups, knowledge of the bio-psychosocial needs of adult, geriatric and pediatric patients is essential. Special knowledge is required in growth and development needs of pediatric/geriatric patients where applicable. EXPERIENCE : Previous experience in department specialty preferred. Minimum 1 year experience in ED or Critical Care strongly preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS: Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Tennessee Board of Nursing, or have a temporary permit to practice. Must be currently certified (or scheduled for certification or recertification training according to department guidelines) in the life support program(s) specific to unit(s) worked (CPR, ACLS, NALS) .

LPN

Temporary

4 months ago

Regional LPN - Premium pay $35/hr!

Diversicare Oak Ridge, TN

Overview Offering Premium Pay $35/hr. for 60 days! Full time Conversion Bonus & Great Benefits after 60 days! Discover What’s Possible! At Diversicare, we understand the contributions of every team member are the parts that make up the whole. We appreciate them for the work they do each day to showcase their talents and gifts. Are you a LPN that is ready to take your talents on the road? We are hiring a Regional LPN for the centers in the region. As a Regional LPN you will provide workforce support to assigned centers within the region. At the assigned center, you will render skilled technical nursing services to residents within an assigned unit in support of medical care staff RN staff and will supervise CNAs to ensure a high quality of care is provided to all residents. Full Time Benefits include: Medical/Dental/Vision Excellent 401k plan Tuition Reimbursement Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time Long and Short Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Referral Bonuses DiversICARE - employee hardship fund Pay advancement program - OnShift Wallet Discover What’s Possible at Diversicare! APPLY NOW! Diversicare provides post-acute care services to patients and residents at 43 skilled nursing and long-term care centers in five states, primarily in the Southeast, Midwest and Southwest United States. Together, with our team of dedicated healthcare professionals, we leverage our diverse strengths to provide each patient and resident with healthcare serves that best meet their needs. It is Diversicare’s Mission to “Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations.” We are guided to excellence by five Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork and Stewardship, as well as 12 Service Standards. We build on trust, respect, customer focus, compassion, diplomacy, appreciation and strong communication skills to shape the culture in our workplace. Diversicare team members play a critical role in fostering an environment of Service Excellence. Our Service Standards are in place to offer support. They lead us to what matters most to our company: creating a warm, caring, safe and professional environment for our customers and each other. Our culture of impassioned service delivery is the Diversicare Difference . #LPN123 Responsibilities 1. Responsible for daily nursing operations of a specific unit/wing.2. Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the residents; checks each resident daily to determine status; ensures residents reach highest attainable level of functioning.3. Prepares equipment and assists physicians during their rounds.4. Administers prescribed medications, orally or by injection; provides treatments using therapeutic equipment; ensures proper handling and storage of medications and controlled substances.5. Observes residents’ reactions to medication and treatment.6. Observes, records, and reports changes in residents’ condition to supervisor and attending physician.7. Maintains residents’ medical record by way of documentation, as required by policy.8. Assists in planning, supervising and instructing CNA’s; assigns daily work assignments to ensure positive outcomes for residents.9. Implements and maintains policies are utilized.10. Ensures that safe work practices are utilized.11. Ensure proper infection control techniques are utilized.12. Assists in the Continuous Quality Improvement Program and ensures follow-up occurs.13. Reports accurately to oncoming shift Charge LPN’s regarding change in resident status and follow-up needs.14. Provides input for CNA performance evaluations.15. Coaches, counsels and disciplines CNA’s as needed; ensures personnel policies are followed.16. Recommends staffing, equipment and supply needs to DNS.17. Responsible for capturing charges for supplies issued to residents on that unit.18. Participates in care planning process and ensures the nursing component is implemented.19. Ensures the rights of residents are respected; coordinates with other departments and ensures residents are taken to activities, etc.20. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or the Director of Nursing Services.21. Must be able to travel to any center within the region/company.22. Must be available to work overtime up to double shifts. Qualifications 1. Has a current, unrestricted license by the State Board of Nursing, as an LPN/LVN.2. Must have the ability to lead and motivate subordinates.3. Ability to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change, as work schedule will change on a daily basis.4. Able to work intimately with residents, physicians and staff.5. Capable of working to prescribe nursing standards.6. Good interpersonal and communication skills; has an interest to perform a service.7. Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required. Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.