Licensed Practical Nurse PRN
Company: Evergreen Life Services
Location: Greeneville
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE
Position Description: LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) PRN FLSA
Classification: Non-Exempt Reports To: Medical Program Coordinator
or RN Created: November 30, 2013 Revised: December 18, 2020 Job
Summary Responsible for maintaining a healthy, safe and therapeutic
environment for individuals served and following through on their
individual plans of care. Essential Job Functions Contribute to and
actively participate in the planning and actualization of daily
projects Update the Medical Program Coordinator and other staff
regarding health-related problems of the individual served; discuss
the reason for treatments, medications, etc. with the Medical
Program Coordinator. Assist in educating all staff so they may
better understand the conditions of the individuals served.
Participate in the education of self and other staff members.
Assess individual served health needs and situations that have the
potential to cause problematic health issues. Record findings on
all appropriate nurse notes each shift. Assist with medical QA
checks upon request. Contribute health-related input to the ISP
(Individual Support Plan) as indicated and upon request. Attend ISP
and Circle of Support (COS) meetings as requested. Assist in the
compilation of monthly summaries on individuals served. Monitor and
provide reports of seizures to the RN Healthcare Coordinator.
Assist in seizure data gathering as applicable. Serve as the
Liaison nurse for the individual served, assisting the Medical
Program Coordinator in making nursing decisions and judgments.
Demonstrate knowledge of and utilizes infection control procedures.
Communicate with physicians as needed regarding health related
issues. Accompany individuals served to physician visits; obtain
and provide needed information; route orders back to the Medical
Program Coordinator immediately after all visit. Assure the top of
a Physician Consultation Form is completed and taken to all
appointments. Review and maintain all incoming physician orders in
the client chart. Communicate any/all new orders to the oncoming
shift nurse, i.e., give a shift to shift report to the oncoming
nurse. Administer all medications according to best practice
guidelines, adhering to DIDS protocols for Medication
administration. Provide tube feeding treatments and other skilled
nursing treatments such as wound care, respiratory treatments, etc.
for the individual served. Follow MAR and Physician orders. Review
the quality and quantity of health-related documentation upon
arrival to the work site, assuring that the previous shift nurse
has documented properly and alerting the Medical Program
Coordinator if there are deficiencies in any nurses documentation.
Generate and route incident reports to Evergreen management as
needed. Compile medication error reports and route to the Medical
Program Coordinator no later than the next day following the
incident. File health-related documents in the individuals served
health records in the home. Route all expired and discontinued
medications to the Medical Program Coordinator for disposal. Assist
with reviewing and double-checking the MARS at the beginning of the
month, checking for corrections, placing reasons for meds, times,
and other pertinent information on the MAR., etc. Attend
appropriate in-services and staff meetings as directed. Become
familiar with and comply with state and federal regulations as they
pertain to the job position and work environment. Cooperate with
state survey teams and other state officials as requested and as
applicable. Report concerns of client abuse, neglect, and
mistreatment immediately and according to protocol. Obtain and
record monthly weights and daily vital signs if indicated. Assist
in the gathering of data for the annual risk assessment. Maintain
all medical information in the file in an organized manner. Reorder
all creams, topical, and powders from the pharmacist as needed.
(These are not routinely sent by the pharmacy; you must call them
and let them know when you are running low. Ensure the health and
welfare of the individuals served Assist individuals served with
medication and treatment plans as needed Complete all required
documentation in accordance with applicable state agency(ies) and
Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries, Inc. policies and procedures
Provide individuals served transportation in company or personal
vehicle as requested Qualifications/Experience/Job Knowledge Must
be a graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Minimum of one (1) year of clinically relevant experience is
required. Experience working with elderly, or intellectually
disabled individuals. Must have knowledge of and technical skills
of medical nursing procedures, first aid, and basic principles of
nursing. Must know or learn about intellectual and developmental
disabilities, seizure disorders, Autism, and other associated
diagnoses pertaining to the field of intellectual disabilities and
geriatrics. Physical Requirements Frequent travel Constantly moves
about to coordinate work Regularly assist consumers physically by
lifting and positioning them as appropriate Occasionally moves and
positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds Frequently exposed to
viruses and infectious conditions Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities or a medical condition
to perform the essential functions. Supervisory Responsibilities
Will not supervise Special Requirements Ability to meet the public
in a manner that reflects creditably upon the organization and must
have the ability to deal with individuals served and staff in a
manner that is conducive to harmony and their best efforts Must be
adaptable and have the ability to make decisions May be required to
attend seminars or job-related training courses Must have
understanding, patience, and tact in dealing with individuals
served, their families or advocates, and other agencies involved in
providing support for individuals served Must have the ability to
maintain good working relationships with Evergreen staff and with
contacts from other agencies or entities Must be able to prioritize
work tasks Must be able to work without close personal supervision
Employment Variables Must have a good driving record that meets the
minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation.
Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. Must be able
to work some evenings when required. Working Environment May be
required to work in a variety of settings and environments both
indoors and outdoors.
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