Licensed Practical Nurse Med Surge Full time Nights Lebanon

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Responsible for assisting the RN in assessing, implementing, and evaluating care for various patients within the facility. The position reports directly to the charge nurse and Clinical Director of the unit. It collaborates with members of the nursing service, ancillary services, physicians, patients, and families to ensure quality of care across the continuum. Requires self‑directed and quality‑focused work and strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Assists RN with medical histories.
• Performs duties within LPN scope of care practice.
• Provides direct patient care including medication administration, treatments, and IV initiation within LPN scope of care practice.
• Adheres to practices and policies to ensure patient safety and follows infection control standards.

• Licensing:
  Licensed Practical Nurse (Practicien) – Tennessee.
• Experience Level: 1 year of relevant work experience in a clinical setting.
• Education:
  
  Graduate of an approved discipline‑specific program.
• Technical Capabilities:
  Basic proficiency in clinical patient documentation, care planning, and nursing interventions as a novice LPN.
• Commitment:
  Demonstrates a self‑directed, quality‑focused approach to nursing care and effective communication with the healthcare team.

• Affordable high quality health plan options.
• Dental and vision plan.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (flex PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied).
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.