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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$56,405 / year median in Tennessee
+13% projected growth
Job Description
LPN
Job ID:
40378
Job Category:
Nurse LPN
Work Type:
Full Time
Work Schedule:
Days
Department:
BMG Metro Memphis
Facility:
BMG Clinics
Location:
Covington, TN
Overview
Job Summary
Provides patient care as directed and is accountable for own actions under provided direction. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing and delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity and rights. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Collects patient data.
Assists in planning patient care.
Implements patient care as directed.
Assists with evaluating the plan of care.
Administers medication as prescribed.
Provides and reinforces the teaching of individuals and groups of patients.
Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
Participates in ongoing educational activities.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Education
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
Computer Literacy
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
BLS Certification Within 14 Days of Hire; LPN
Preferred/Desired