What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at West Tennessee Post-Acute?
West Tennessee Post-Acute, located in Jackson, TN. CMS-certified since 1986, our skilled nursing facility offers 67 private rooms and specialized transitional care to help patients recover after hospital stays. With a strong focus on quality and patient-centered services through the Medicare program, our dedicated team ensures residents regain their highest level of function in a comfortable, supportive environment.
Why Join us?
At West Tennessee Post Acute, you’ll join a compassionate, skilled team dedicated to helping residents recover and regain independence. Help residents recover and regain independence through personalized, patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Position Overview:
Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of residents' health status.
- Monitors vital signs, administers medications, and observes any changes in condition.
- Notifies the RN or healthcare provider of any significant changes or concerns.
- Administers medications as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Ensures accurate dosage, proper route, and timely administration.
- Monitors and records residents' responses to medications.
- Provides basic wound care and other treatments as ordered by the healthcare provider.
- Monitors the healing progress of wounds and reports any complications.
- Works closely with Registered Nurses, Nurse Managers, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
Participates in care planning meetings and contributes to the development of resident care plans.
Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Tennessee or compact.
Active BLS/CPR
For Full Time, What We Offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.
- Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.
- 401(k) retirement savings.
- Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
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Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Paid orientation and training programs.
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
Day Shift, Weekends
Salary : $22 - $28