Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) Job Type: Full-Time | Nights Schedule: 3x12; 7p-7a; Rotating Weekend Your experience matters Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is 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 an Med Surg 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. More about our team Our Med/Surg unit offers a strong family-oriented environment where team members support one another in a fast-paced, dynamic setting. While the work is busy, our staff are united by a shared commitment to providing excellent care to our community each day. As a key driver of hospital admissions, our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care to every patient we serve. How you'll contribute A Med Surg LPN who excels in this role: * As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. * Under the direction of an RN or Med-Surge Charge Nurse, 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 for full-time and part-time employees. * Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and 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 or compact state LPN license and completion of a Practical Nursing Program. Additional requirements include: * Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 7 days of hire. * Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. * Experience: One-year previous experience preferred. * Licenses: LPN License for the State of Tennessee * Education: Graduate of a Practical Nursing program. More about Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg STRHS-Lawrenceburg, formerly Crockett Hospital, is a 99-bed, acute care facility located in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, 85 miles south of Nashville. We have been providing the best healthcare in Lawrence County and surrounding counties in Southern Middle Tennessee since 1974. We expanded the facility and services in 1991 with the addition of an Outpatient Surgery Unit, a state-of-the-art 24-hour physician-staffed Emergency Department, and an Intensive Care Unit. The hospital opened a 10-bed Physical Rehabilitation Unit in 1997, and a Women's Health Center in 1999. Diagnostic imaging services include in-house MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CT, X-ray, Digital Mammography and Ultrasound. The Rehabilitation Unit provides Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies. In 2009, a $5.6 million construction was completed which expanded the Emergency Department, Outpatient Surgery Unit and Registration area. We have been providing the best healthcare in Lawrence County and surrounding counties in Southern Middle Tennessee since 1974. We expanded the facility and services in 1991 with the addition of an Outpatient Surgery Unit, a state-of-the-art 24-hour physician-staffed Emergency Department, and an Intensive Care Unit. The hospital opened a 10-bed Physical Rehabilitation Unit in 1997, and a Women's Health Center in 1999. Diagnostic imaging services include in-house MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CT, X-ray, Digital Mammography and Ultrasound. The Rehabilitation Unit provides Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies. In 2009, a $5.6 million construction was completed which expanded the Emergency Department, Outpatient Surgery Unit and Registration area. STRHS-Lawrenceburg is dedicated to providing our friends and neighbors with the healthcare they need close to home. What makes us special is our staff Our healthcare professionals are well-trained, dedicated, and above all else, caring. STRHS-Lawrenceburg is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and the Society of Chest Pain Centers. EEOC Statement " Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."