LPN - Chattanooga TN

Company: Parkridge East Hospital
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description:

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) LPN you want in your current role? We invest in what matters most to nurses like you at home, at work, and at every stage in your career. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Parkridge East Hospital which is a part of the nation s leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.Benefits Parkridge East Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Fertility and family building benefits through ProgynyFree counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeingFamily support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase PlanRetirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Do you want to work where you have a voice? Nurses are at the forefront of our commitment to the care and improvement of human life. At HCA Healthcare, there are many ways for nurses to have a voice through professional practice councils, advisory councils, vital voices surveys, and units of distinction. We learn from our multi-generational nursing family. We partner with our Nurses at Parkridge East Hospital!Job Summary and Qualifications Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, and collaborate with nursing staff in planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care. LPNs will also observe, monitor, and report patient symptoms, reactions and progress to members of the health care team. What you will do in this role: Your role demonstrates the facility s Standards of Performance, ICARE values, and Patient Promise. You will monitor, record, report, follow through on symptoms or changes in patients' conditions, and notify RN as appropriate. You will create and maintain accurate, detailed reports and records. You will collaborate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the plan of care, as indicated by the patient s responses and conditions. You will perform nursing tasks as appropriate and safe under indirect supervision of the RN Your role reinforces individualized education for the patient, family, and or caregiver throughout the continuum of care as directed by the RN. Your role adheres to standards of safety and infection control, in the delivery of patient care. You will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of and comply with all policies and procedures related to the performance of job duties. Your role performs other duties and special projects as assigned by the RN, Nurse Manager or Director. What qualifications you will need: Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with internal and external customers Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing* Current licensure by Tennessee Board of Nursing Current BLS Certification *Some specific departments may require that you complete and graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with an ADN within 3 years or BSN within 4 years from date of hire. What qualifications you will need:Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start dateLicensed Practical / Vocational Nurse (LPN / LVN) This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved). Parkridge East Hospital is a 120+ bed facility in East Ridge. We provide a full range of medical and surgical services. These services include orthopedics and robotic surgery. We have a 24/7 Emergency Department. This ED is recognized by the Society of Chest Pain Centers as an Accredited Chest Pain Center. The facility also offers obstetrical care and complex gynecological procedures. We also hold a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Specialized providers in the NICU include neonatologists, neonatal nurses and respiratory therapists. These staff are on site at all times. Visit us for excellent general and OB care! "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our LPN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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