Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Long Term Care

Starr Regional Medical Center
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Long Term Care
Job Type: Full-Time| Days (7am – 7pm) rotating weekends.
Your experience matters
Starr Regional Medical Center 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 a License Practical Nurse (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
Looking for a nursing career that combines clinical excellence with meaningful patient relationships? The Long Term Care Unit at Starr Regional Medical Center in Etowah provides RNs and LPNs with the opportunity to care for residents in a supportive, team-focused environment. Here, you'll be empowered to make a difference in the lives of patients through compassionate care, advocacy, and partnership. Make a lasting impact where patients become family. Provide personalized care while developing strong connections with residents and their loved ones. Join a team that values your contributions and helps you grow both personally and professionally.
How you'll contribute
A Long Term Care LPN who excels in this role:
Under the direction of an RN, 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
Education: Graduate of an LPN program
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.
Certifications: BCLS within 30 days of hire/transfer
Licenses: Active Tennessee LPN license (single-state or compact) required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.
More about Starr Regional Health and Rehab:
Starr Regional Health and Rehab is an 88 bed long term and skilled nursing facility has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah community for over 50 years.

Skills
Patient Care

Work arrangement
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