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Knoxville, Tennessee, United States· Contract
$35 – $50/hr
GH
Active6mo ago
Private Duty Nurse (RN) or LPN
Role overview
Job description
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) or LPN in the Harriman, TN area to administer patient care in accordance with a physician established care plan.
This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence. Patients range from weekly hours to 24-hour care. This allows for multiple scheduling options, from short visits on a weekly basis to full 12 hour shifts or a blend of both. Patients range from high acuity to those who only need basic medical management.
Once our patients are accepted into the program, there is no expiration for this benefit, which allows our team of caregivers to build lasting relationships with their patients for years to come.
You’ll get to advocate for the patients and work one-on-one to provide them with the care that they need.
This role will collaborate with CNA’s, HHA’s, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians.
Shifts: Full-time.. 3 days a week. 8 to12 hour shifts. Monday through Friday. And Saturday, Sunday
Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.
Responsibilities
Execute physician prescribed plans of care.
Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record.
Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care
Perform various activities associated with daily living.
Monitor vitals and GI intake and output.
Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients.
Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide.
Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment.
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Education, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
Current CPR certification
TB test and physical examination
Maintain required insurance.
Good interpersonal skills
Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.
Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s home.
Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year experience as an RN/LPN in a clinical or home health setting.
Ability to assist with two person assist
About this listing
- Source: Giving Home Health Care's official careers site (via Lever) · last confirmed on the source 29 Oct 2026
- Posted 1 May 2026
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What they are looking for
Skills & requirements
Qualification
, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing; Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse; Current CPR certification
Department · Caregiver
Hiring company
Giving Home Health Care
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