Private Duty LPN

Overview

Summary

Dedicated Private Duty LPN in the Nashville, TN area. Available hours are 4p-8p M-F and 8a-8p / 8p-8a Sat/Sun. Case specific enhanced pay rates are available. We offer flexible scheduling and weekly pay.

As part of Elk Valley, a member of the LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We focus on meaningful connections for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. You can find a home for your career here.

We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you.

• employee wellness programs
• flexibility for true work-life balance
• benefits with 32+ hours per week
• holiday pay & paid time off
• continuing education & career growth opportunities
• company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals
• 1:1 patient care

Job Summary

The Home Care Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill and/or chronically ill patients in their homes, recording clinical and progress notes, and coordinating other patient care activities/services to provide the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area. Works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.

Nursing activities comply with the State LPN/LVN Practice Act, licensure/certification requirements, and agency policies and procedures.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide high quality clinical services within scope of practice, as defined by state laws, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with the health care team, following infection control procedures.
• Document patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record using the agency's electronic visit verification program (as applicable).
• Actively participate in the agency's care coordination process, reporting patients  needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conferences, and communicating with the patient, family, physician, other clinicians, and case coordinators (as applicable).
• Ensure confidentiality of patient health information per agency policy.

License Requirements

• Must have current LPN licensure in the state of Tennessee.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Current CPR certification required.

Experience Requirements

Previous home care experience preferred

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LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Elk Valley Health Services, a part of the LHC Group family of providers, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care across home health, hospice, and community-based services, as well as inpatient care at clinics and hospitals. Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. It s all about helping people.