Covenant Health·Knoxville, Tennessee
The LPN provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse, including implementing patient care plans and documenting patient responses. They also assist with patient education, infection control, and unit-specific quality assurance activities.
Overview Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit $5,000 Sign-on Bonus Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift Parkwest Overview: Parkwest Medical Center, Covenant Health’s flagship facility in West Knoxville, combines world-class cardiac expertise with the warmth of home in serving a vibrant East Tennessee community.
Since 1973, Parkwest has grown into the region’s largest hospital in the area, offering advanced services like an all-digital catheterization lab, comprehensive breast health, emergency, and critical care.
It’s consistently ranked among Tennessee's top 10 hospitals by U.S.
News & World Report and earns national recognition as a Top 100 Heart Hospital, as well as an “A” safety grade from Leapfrog.
As part of Covenant Health, the region’s largest employer, Parkwest Medical Center, marries cutting-edge technology with compassionate, community-centered care, earning accolades for cardiology, stroke, surgical excellence, and patient safety.
To learn more about Parkwest Medical Center and our units, visit Covenant Health Parkwest Medical Center Opportunities.
The LPN/LVN will provide nursing care under supervision of a registered nurse, within an assigned unit.
Initiates admission database and history, and in collaboration with the RN implements patient and family teaching and care needs. Practices in compliance with all regulatory standards and adheres to all hospital policy and procedures in the performance of duties. Performs and prioritizes nursing care tasks. Accurately follows the nursing plan of care and pertinent medical orders in collaboration and under direction of a RN. Observes and reports nursing interventions and patient responses, and documents in a timely, concise and legible manner. Recognizes, responds, and reports changes in patient conditions to RN Team Leader. Participates in unit specific quality assurance activities and patient care conferences as requested. Demonstrates principles of infection control; collaborates with infection control nurse to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and personnel. Assists in orienting new employees or students to unit routines. Administers IV venipuncture and parenteral fluids per established hospital protocol. Performs specific advanced patient care treatments as approved to perform per hospital protocol. Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education: None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority. Minimum Experience: No prior experience as a LPN/LVN needed. Licensure Requirement: Currently licensed by the Tennessee Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Candidates must hold a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Tennessee Board of Nursing. No prior experience is required for this position.
Market context
LPN openings in Tennessee often reflect steady demand in behavioral health and psychiatric settings, where employers look for licensed nurses who can support routine care and patient monitoring. These roles are competitive because an active LPN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, and prior psychiatric or behavioral health experience can set candidates apart. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight any behavioral health experience and your readiness for shift-based patient care.
