Licensed Practical Nurse (1)
Company: Harmony Health Group
Location: Seymour
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Reports
to: Medical Director About this role: Nurses perform a wide variety
of job duties during their shifts, caring for and educating
patients about their conditions, as well as establishing trust and
building rapport with patients. The LPN is responsible for being
part of the Medical team as well as helping to facilitate the flow
of the Medical Department and Medication Administration Program. As
a Licensed Practical Nurse with Harmony, you will: Assumes
responsibility and accountability for designated patients Provides
Nursing Care to all patients of all ages Identifies self as nurse
responsible for patient care to patients, family and physicians
Provides nursing care for all patients within scope of LVN practice
Gathers data relevant to the patient’s individual needs Elicits
important information concerning the patient’s progress Gathers
data regarding patient needs while providing direct patient care
Documents nursing observations according to hospital charting
standards Administers medications and treatments per company policy
Reports symptoms, reactions and progress of patient to the Medical
Director and/or Clinical Director, and the treatment team Pursues
proper chain of command to attain a satisfactory solution Initiates
changes to improve patient care; discusses changes with doctor when
appropriate Utilizes educational opportunities within the hospital
and other avenues to maintain clinical expertise to promote
personal growth and development Responsible for knowledge of legal
aspects of nursing Requirements: You will be successful in this
role if you: Valid LPN license, in good standing, in this State
(unless in State with Nursing Licensure Compact) Experience in the
field of chemical dependency/substance abuse/psychiatric setting or
human services field is preferred. Complete TB testing upon being
hired Complete and be within the requirements of Background and
Drug screening results Complete training or certifications in CPR,
HIPAA, HIV/AIDS, Verbal De-Escalation, Harassment/Discrimination,
Incident Reporting, Infection/STD Risks, HEP B/C, and Abuse,
Neglect, Trauma, and Exploitation, Understanding SUD, and any other
trainings required by the State or the Joint Commission. Key skills
we hope you have: Ability to work as a team member and have
communication, organizational and interpersonal skills Ability to
work under stressful conditions and be flexible in relation to
department needs Knowledge of DCF and TJC standards within the
Department Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations,
including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to policies and agreements
regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. Demonstrates
Proficiency in Verbal and written Communication Skills Knowledge of
State and Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality Laws
Ability to understand and abide by the Drug Free Workplace Policies
Ability to complete the Harassment and Discrimination training
Knowledge of Corporate Integrity and Compliance Program Knowledge
of current technology Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder. Can
score above a 70% on the SUD Training Familiar with community
resources, or who in the facility to contact for community
resources Physical Requirements: The physical demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must
frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this
job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The
employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The
employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle,
or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl. Working Conditions and Environment: The
work environment characteristics described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually
moderate. Position is required to work in indoor and outdoor
environments as needed. Potential exposure to aggressive
situations. Potential exposure to airborne/blood-borne pathogens
and other potentially infectious diseases.
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Keywords: Harmony Health Group, Knoxville , Licensed Practical Nurse (1), Healthcare , Seymour, Tennessee