Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.
Documents patient care given.
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.
Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
Reports to the Director of Nursing.
Minimum Education
Associate's Degree in Nursing is required. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
Required Licenses
Current RN license in State of Tennessee is required.
Minimum Work Experience
One year experience in long term care setting is preferred.
Required Certifications
The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:
Basic Life Support (BLS)
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.
LifePoint Health - (615) 920-7000
330 Seven Springs Way, Brentwood, Tennessee 37027
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