Category: LPN City: Jackson State: Tennessee Shift: 8 - Day (United States of America) Job Description Summary: Responsible for providing nursing care, administering medications, and documenting care in the patient’s medical record for a designated group of patients under the direction of the medical provider. Under the general clinical supervision of medical provider and administrative supervision of the Practice Manager. Employee is responsible for providing nursing care on assigned shift utilizing the nursing process an age specific need. Conveys a positive image of the clinic. Employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the clinic. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs specified patient care with a high degree of skill, minimal discomfort to the patient, and minimal supervision. Duties include checking schedules; organizing patient flow accompanying patients to exam/ procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing exam room/ setting up instruments etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings/ lab test per Medical Provider’s orders; assisting Medical Provider/ other nursing staff with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients/ family; answering telephone calls and providing pertinent information. Administers medications and treatments within scope of practice, prepares for tests and surgery, and assists physicians with procedures and examinations according to policy. Initiate peripheral IV access and administer IV flushes and IVPBs to patients according to policy. Ensures the proper segregation and safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste. Receives and transcribes the physician, FNP, PA orders as appropriate. Contributes to the development, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan. Identifies, records, and reports any change in patient condition or adverse reaction to treatment and/or medication to the medical provider. Documents care in patient’s record. Fulfills environmental duties to include cleaning exam/procedure room instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; sterilize any equipment or instruments according to scheduled maintenance program; keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; restocking exam/ procedure rooms. Fulfills organizational duties to include respecting and promoting patient rights; following all Clinic Policies and Procedures and System wide policies. Responds to medical emergencies, initiates CPR or appropriate action, and notifies appropriate personnel. Orders patient supplies and completes referrals for patients. Performs related responsibilities as required or directed. Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall team effort of the clinic. Performs preceptor duties to new employees to provide needed guidance during orientation. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Completion of a vocational school LPN program. LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse as approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing for practice in the state of Tennessee. Responsible for Continuing Education Units annually. BLS certification must be obtained within the orientation period, and certification must be kept current while in this position. Special certifications may be required at the department’s discretion. EXPERIENCE: Proficiency in pharmacology and documentation and the ability to demonstrate nursing skills according to current hospital and nursing policies and procedures as normally acquired through the successful completion of documentation class, pharmacology exam, and skills exam. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Skill and proficiency in the technical field of practical nursing as normally acquired through completion of a vocational school LPN program. Basic computer skills preferred. NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Category: LPN City: Selmer State: Tennessee Shift: 8 - Day (United States of America) Job Description Summary: Responsible for providing nursing care, administering medications, and documenting care in the patient’s medical record for a designated group of patients under the direction of the medical provider. Under the general clinical supervision of medical provider and administrative supervision of the Practice Manager. Employee is responsible for providing nursing care on assigned shift utilizing the nursing process an age specific need. Conveys a positive image of the clinic. Employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the clinic. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs specified patient care with a high degree of skill, minimal discomfort to the patient, and minimal supervision. Duties include checking schedules; organizing patient flow accompanying patients to exam/ procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing exam room/ setting up instruments etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings/ lab test per Medical Provider’s orders; assisting Medical Provider/ other nursing staff with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients/ family; answering telephone calls and providing pertinent information. Administers medications and treatments within scope of practice, prepares for tests and surgery, and assists physicians with procedures and examinations according to policy. Initiate peripheral IV access and administer IV flushes and IVPBs to patients according to policy. Ensures the proper segregation and safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste. Receives and transcribes the physician, FNP, PA orders as appropriate. Contributes to the development, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan. Identifies, records, and reports any change in patient condition or adverse reaction to treatment and/or medication to the medical provider. Documents care in patient’s record. Fulfills environmental duties to include cleaning exam/procedure room instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; sterilize any equipment or instruments according to scheduled maintenance program; keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; restocking exam/ procedure rooms. Fulfills organizational duties to include respecting and promoting patient rights; following all Clinic Policies and Procedures and System wide policies. Responds to medical emergencies, initiates CPR or appropriate action, and notifies appropriate personnel. Orders patient supplies and completes referrals for patients. Performs related responsibilities as required or directed. Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall team effort of the clinic. Performs preceptor duties to new employees to provide needed guidance during orientation. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Completion of a vocational school LPN program. LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse as approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing for practice in the state of Tennessee. Responsible for Continuing Education Units annually. BLS certification must be obtained within the orientation period, and certification must be kept current while in this position. Special certifications may be required at the department’s discretion. EXPERIENCE: Proficiency in pharmacology and documentation and the ability to demonstrate nursing skills according to current hospital and nursing policies and procedures as normally acquired through the successful completion of documentation class, pharmacology exam, and skills exam. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Skill and proficiency in the technical field of practical nursing as normally acquired through completion of a vocational school LPN program. Basic computer skills preferred. NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Category: LPN City: Henderson State: Tennessee Shift: 8 - Day (United States of America) Job Description Summary: Responsible for providing nursing care, administering medications, and documenting care in the patient's medical record for a designated group of patients under the direction of medical provider. Under the general clinically supervision of medical provider and administrative supervision of the Practice Manager. Employee is responsible for providing nursing care on assigned shift utilizing the nursing process and age specific needs. Employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs specified patient care with a high degree of skill, minimal discomfort to the patient, and minimal supervision. Duties include checking schedules; organizing patient flow accompanying patients to exam/ procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing exam room/ setting up instruments etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings/ lab test per Medical Provider’s orders; assisting Medical Provider/ other nursing staff with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients/ family; answering telephone calls and providing pertinent information. Administers medications and treatments within scope of practice, prepares for surgery and assists providers with procedures with procedures and examinations according to policy. prepares for tests and surgery, and assists physicians with procedures and examinations. According to policy. Initiate peripheral IV access and administer IV flushes and IVPBs to [patients according to policy. Ensures the proper segregation and safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste. Must successfully complete a formal 40-hour intravenous therapy training competency program through Nurse Education after six months of employment with the hospital or provide 40-hour certificate from employment with previous hospital before being allowed to administer IV push medications. Ensures the proper segregation and safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste. Receives and transcribes the physician, FNP, PA orders as appropriate. Contributes to the development, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan. Identifies, records, and reports any change in patient condition or adverse reaction to treatment and/or medication to the medical provider. Documents care in patient’s record. Fulfills environmental duties to include cleaning exam/procedure room instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; sterilize any equipment or instruments according to scheduled maintenance program; keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; restocking exam/ procedure rooms. Fulfills organizational duties to include respecting and promoting patient rights; following all Clinic Policies and Procedures and System wide policies. Responds to medical emergencies, initiates CPR or appropriate action, and notifies appropriate personnel. Orders patient supplies and completes referrals for patients. Performs related responsibilities as required or directed. Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall team effort of the clinic. Performs preceptor duties to new employees to provide needed guidance during orientation. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Completion of a vocational school LPN program. Completion of a formal (school or agency) intravenous therapy-training program. LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse as approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing for practice in the state of Tennessee. Responsible for Continuing Education Units annually. BLS certification must be obtained within the orientation period, and certification must be kept current while in this position. Special certifications may be required at the department’s discretion. EXPERIENCE: Proficiency in pharmacology and documentation and the ability to demonstrate nursing skills according to current hospital and nursing policies and procedures as normally acquired through the successful completion of documentation class, pharmacology exam, and skills exam. Must have a minimum of 6 months experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse and must have attended a formal IV push medication training program prior to administering IV push medications. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Skill and proficiency in the technical field of practical nursing as normally acquired through completion of a vocational school LPN program. Basic computer skills preferred NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Category: LPN City: Jackson State: Tennessee Shift: 8 - Day (United States of America) Job Description Summary: Responsible for providing nursing care, administering medications, and documenting care in the patient’s medical record for a designated group of patients under the direction of the medical provider. Under the general clinical supervision of medical provider and administrative supervision of the Practice Manager. Employee is responsible for providing nursing care on assigned shift utilizing the nursing process an age specific need. Conveys a positive image of the clinic. Employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the clinic. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs specified patient care with a high degree of skill, minimal discomfort to the patient, and minimal supervision. Duties include checking schedules; organizing patient flow accompanying patients to exam/ procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing exam room/ setting up instruments etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings/ lab test per Medical Provider’s orders; assisting Medical Provider/ other nursing staff with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients/ family; answering telephone calls and providing pertinent information. Administers medications and treatments within scope of practice, prepares for tests and surgery, and assists physicians with procedures and examinations according to policy. Initiate peripheral IV access and administer IV flushes and IVPBs to patients according to policy. Ensures the proper segregation and safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste. Receives and transcribes the physician, FNP, PA orders as appropriate. Contributes to the development, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan. Identifies, records, and reports any change in patient condition or adverse reaction to treatment and/or medication to the medical provider. Documents care in patient’s record. Fulfills environmental duties to include cleaning exam/procedure room instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; sterilize any equipment or instruments according to scheduled maintenance program; keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; restocking exam/ procedure rooms. Fulfills organizational duties to include respecting and promoting patient rights; following all Clinic Policies and Procedures and System wide policies. Responds to medical emergencies, initiates CPR or appropriate action, and notifies appropriate personnel. Orders patient supplies and completes referrals for patients. Performs related responsibilities as required or directed. Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall team effort of the clinic. Performs preceptor duties to new employees to provide needed guidance during orientation. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Completion of a vocational school LPN program. LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse as approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing for practice in the state of Tennessee. Responsible for Continuing Education Units annually. BLS certification must be obtained within the orientation period, and certification must be kept current while in this position. Special certifications may be required at the department’s discretion. EXPERIENCE: Proficiency in pharmacology and documentation and the ability to demonstrate nursing skills according to current hospital and nursing policies and procedures as normally acquired through the successful completion of documentation class, pharmacology exam, and skills exam. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Skill and proficiency in the technical field of practical nursing as normally acquired through completion of a vocational school LPN program. Basic computer skills preferred. NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Category: LPN City: Jackson State: Tennessee Shift: 8 - Day (United States of America) Job Description Summary: Responsible for aiding the professional nurse or physician in providing optimal patient care, addressing age specific needs, in the assigned single operating room or clinic procedural room in a scrub capacity. Responsible for providing patient care for assigned shift as scheduled full time or part time. Under the supervision of the Director, Clinic Manager and direct supervision of the physician. Conveys a positive image of the clinic. Employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the clinic. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs specified patient care with a high degree of skill, minimal discomfort to the patient and minimal supervision under the direction of the physician. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of principles of asepsis ensuring that proper techniques and practices are maintained, in providing age-specific patient care. Assist providers with preparing patient and throughout surgical procedure; including insertion of folly catheter; positioning patient; draping, providing exposure; maintaining and controlling homeostasis & suturing incisions, if needed. Assist providers with preparing patient and throughout office procedures as needed. Scrubs, gowns and gloves self and physician for surgical procedures. Handles and passes instruments correctly and insures their proper functionality and storage. Insures correct sponge, needle and instrument counts. Insures proper handling of all lab and tissue specimens according to established protocol. Assumes responsibility for proper handling of supplies / equipment. Ensures the proper segregation and safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste. Demonstrates thorough knowledge and assist with operating surgical equipment. Assists with table and room clean up following procedure, and prepares room for the next procedure within scheduled allocated times. Assists Surgeon / Other Medical Provider in the operating room, Emergency Room, ICU and office in performing exams and urgent Access to medications. Receives and transcribes the physician, FNP, PA orders as appropriate. Contributes to the development, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan. Identifies records and reports any change in patient condition or adverse reaction to treatment and/or medication to the medical provider. Documents care in patient’s record. Assists physician with patient care in the clinic setting, such as: suture removals, wound care assessment, post-operative assessments, vitals Performs surgical scheduling, insurance pre-certifications and completes referrals for patients if required. Performs related responsibilities as required or directed. Contributes to a positive work environment and the overall team effort of the clinic. Performs preceptor duties to new employees and students to provide needed guidance during orientation. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Completion of a vocational school LPN program. Prefer completion of a formal four-month interdepartmental orientation/training program designed to prepare LPN to function in role of surgical technology. LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse as approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing for practice in the state of Tennessee. Responsible for Continuing Education Units annually. BLS certification must be obtained within the orientation period, and certification must be kept current while in this position. Special certifications may be required at the department’s discretion. EXPERIENCE: Ability to scrub during surgical cases as acquired through four months of department orientation or other experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Skill and proficiency in the technical field of practical nursing as normally acquired through completion of a vocational school LPN program. Knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures, surgical procedures, instruments, and equipment. NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
