Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse - Private Duty

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Interim HealthCare of East Tennessee

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

New Tazewell, Tennessee

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

As a Home Health Nurse, you will provide home-based care to patients with various health conditions and collaborate with a team to deliver quality patient care. You will also educate patients and their families on care plans and self-care techniques.

Qualifications

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) for a full-time night shift position. The role requires an active RN or LPN license in TN, CPR certification, and strong clinical and communication skills to provide home-based patient care and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

Job Description

Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) 

Full-time

Night-shift, 7p-7a

3/4 rotation with every other weekend off

Great Compensation! Great Benefits!

in New Tazewell, TN

Experience a work culture where nurses are valued, management backs you and you’re empowered to be a patient’s advocate. At Interim HealthCare®, these are just a few of the rewards you’ll enjoy as a Home Health Nurse.

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to nurses is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for nurses in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network of nurses who have rediscovered the passion that led them to nursing.

 Our Home Health Nurses enjoy some notable benefits:

  • 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
  • Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
  • Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
  • Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
  • PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical/Dental/Vision & 401(k) Benefits

As a Home Health Nurse, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:

  • Provide home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries and chronic diseases—often after hospital discharge—under the supervision of an RN
  • Work with a team of physicians, RNs, CNAs and aides to deliver quality patient care
  • Take patient vitals, do assessments, document progress and report changes to RN supervisor
  • Assist RN in carrying out patient’s plan of care and teaching patient self-care techniques
  • Educate family on the patient’s plan of care, medication and home safety  
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and plan for discharge

A few must-haves for Home Health Nurses:

  • Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and active RN OR LPN license in TN
  • CPR certification 
  • Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
  • Clinical proficiency in nursing, strong communication skills and compassion

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. 

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Interim HealthCare of East Tennessee

Interim HealthCare Inc., founded in 1966, is a leading national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing. It is part of Caring Brands International which also includes UK-based Bluebird Care and Australia-based Just Better Care, both well-known franchise brands in their countries. With more than 530 franchise locations in seven countries Caring Brands International is a global health care leader. Interim HealthCare in the United States is unique in combining the commitment of local ownership with the support of a national organization that develops innovative programs and quality standards that improve the delivery of service. Franchisees employ nurses, therapists, aides, companions and other healthcare professionals who provide 25 million hours of home care service to 190,000 people each year, meeting a variety of home health, senior care, hospice, palliative care, pediatric care and healthcare staffing needs. For more information or to locate an Interim HealthCare office, visit www.interimhealthcare.com.
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