Licensed Practical Nurse, (LPN) Long Term Care

" Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long Term Care     $10,000 sign-on bonus available for qualified applicants     Schedule:   3x12 hour shifts one week/ 4x12 hour shifts the next week, Days (7a – 7p), rotating weekends.     Your experience matters:    Starr Regional Health and Rehab 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.     How you’ll contribute:  A Licensed Practical Nurse (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 — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time employees, and more.  Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, 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:  Applicants should have a current Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse license. Additional requirements include:  * Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire     More about Starr Regional Health and Rehab:  Starr Regional Health and Rehab is a 88 bed long term and skilled nursing facility has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah community for over 50 years.      EEOC Statement  “Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”  Applicants should have a current Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse license. Additional requirements include:  * Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire  Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran "