Licensed Practical Nurse
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- Eligibility
- LPN
- Unit
- Wound Care Center
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Posted Sep 8
The work and the unit
- Unit
- Wound Care Center
Schedule and commitments
- Term
- Permanent
Pay and benefits
- Against the board
- Tennessee nursing median is $44/hrTennessee nursing postings that state pay run $28/hr to $61/hr, the middle half $35/hr to $52/hr, across 383 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
Do you qualify?
- License
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
What's around it?
Living costs about 4% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,481/mo
- Household income
- $80,108/yr, all local households, not nurse pay
From Census ACS 2024.
About this role
The rewards at Healogics are immense, starting with the important work we do to change patients’ lives. We also understand that meaningful work is hard work, and we are committed to supporting and compensating our employees for the tremendous service they provide.
Think you are a great fit? Learn more about this role here:
Healogics is the largest provider of advanced wound care services in the United States, treating more than 300,000 chronic wound patients annually across over 600 sites. With an aging society, obesity and diabetes on the rise, and an uptick in surgical procedures, the number of patients with non-healing wounds that would benefit from expert care is dramatically increasing. As a result, the company is working to provide our differentiated, quality outcomes to as many patients that would benefit through our out-patient clinic partnerships
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, the Wound Care Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound-related and other basic nursing care to the center’s patients according to all the WCC and hospital policies and procedures, care and safety protocols, and Clinical Services Practice Guidelines.
All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to all Healogics policies, Hospital policies, as well as to accrediting organizations, federal and state regulation, and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable. Essential Functions/
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the RN/Provider, provides wound-related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved and hospital protocols, Policies & Procedures May assist with intake and discharge. May provide assistance with case management under the direction of RN, in accordance with state regulations Gathers patient information. Gathers necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
Reports quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager. Communicates as needed with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions, to ensure quality of care. Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties, as needed, after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric training May perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing the required Healogics hyperbaric safety director training May function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy Performs other duties as delegated.
Required Education, Experience and Credentials
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting Wound care experience preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support) Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations. Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills Customer service skills and follow-up skills Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to work with others and in a team environment Problem solving skills Ability to stay calm in all situations Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems
qualifications
education, experience, geography as well as operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.
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Physical Demands
- Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
- Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
- Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more
- Moving about
- Reading
- Communicating
- Writing
- Color perception
- Close, distance and peripheral vision
- Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds
- Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance
- Pushing/pulling
- Bending/stooping
- Reaching/grasping/touching with hands
Work Environment
Normal office environment Primarily indoors environment Patient care environment Exposure to Hazards (blood borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc) Exposure to mechanical equipment Proximity to moving objects
The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $24.60-$32.40 Per Hour
This range is an estimate, based on potential employee
Sourced from Healogics’ careers page.
How this role fits you
About the employer
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
