CHI Memorial Hospital now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. We offer the following benefits to support you and your family: On-site childcare with extended hours Care@Work premium account for additional support with children pets dependent adults and household needs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identify Theft Adoption Assistance Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Program Additional incentives for eligible full time day shift and night shift opportunities

LPN The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides care of the ill, injured and performs under the direction of the physician and professional registered nurse. The LPN applies knowledge of basic growth and development in patient care; incorporates knowledge of the nursing process and the professional standards and contributes to the evaluation of patient needs; and provides care based on the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient.

1. Identifying and managing a patient crisis until RN / physician assistance is available.

2. Identifies practice abilities and limitations according to Scope of Practice.

3. Obtains instruction, delegation and supervision by an RN

4. Recognizes and performs duties which are needed even when not directly assigned.

5. Administers medications accurately and safely: following five rights, monitoring adverse effects, reactions, therapeutic responses, toxicity, and incompatibilities.

6. Reports occurrences/complaints, following appropriate chain of command.

7. Anticipates and prevents periods of extreme workload within a shift as evidenced by good time

management and organizational skills.

8. Intervenes promptly and courteously to resolve problems and promote customer satisfaction.

9. Using and maintaining team spirit; gaining social support from other nurses as

evidenced by responding promptly to requests and smooth, cooperative working relationships with others.

10. Maintains flexibility toward technology as evidenced by implementing and supporting new

processes.

11. Communicates effectively and timely with RN and physicians regarding care needs, status changes,

and questions regarding treatment plan.

Nursing Education for Licensed Practical Nurse from an accredited nursing program.

Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in TN

AHA BLS