Licensed Practical Nurse, (LPN) Long Term Care

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Lifepoint Health

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Etowah, Tennessee

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The LPN will contribute to patient assessments, perform plan of care interventions, and assist with activities of daily living under the direction of an RN. They are also responsible for monitoring patient status and advocating for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.

Qualifications

You have a current Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse license and Basic Life Support certification. You will contribute by assessing patients, performing interventions like wound care, administering medication under RN direction, and assisting with daily living activities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Licensed Practical Nurse license

Basic Life Support certification

Job Description

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care 

$10,000 sign-on bonus available for qualified applicants 

Schedule:  

3x12 hour shifts one week/ 4x12 hour shifts the next week, Days (7a – 7p), rotating weekends. 

Your experience matters:  

 Starr Regional Health and Rehab part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a License Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. 

How you’ll contribute: 

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who excels in this role: 

  • Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN. 

  • Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given. 

  • Assists RN with development of plan of care. 

  • Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. 

  • Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families. 

  • Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient. 

Why join us  

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:   

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time employees, and more. 

  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid time off. 

  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. 

  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). 

  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. 

What we’re looking for: 
Applicants should have a current Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse license. Additional requirements include: 

  • Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire 

More about Starr Regional Health and Rehab: 

Starr Regional Health and Rehab is a 88 bed long term and skilled nursing facility has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah community for over 50 years.  

EEOC Statement 

“Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.” 



Applicants should have a current Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse license. Additional requirements include: 

  • Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire 


Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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Lifepoint Health

Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas is a system of hospitals located across Middle Tennessee with a vision of transforming healthcare by improving health outcomes, enhancing the patient experience, and improving access and convenience. Visit one of our critical access hospitals in your community offering an extensive range of in-patient, outpatient and emergency services for adults and children. Highpoint Health – Sumner 555 Hartsville Pike Gallatin, TN 37066 Highpoint Health – Riverview 158 Hospital Dr. Carthage, TN 37030 Highpoint Health – Trousdale 500 Church Street Hartsville, TN 37074
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