Location & Practice Overview

This nursing role is based at East Tennessee Children's Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee, within the hospital’s cardiology service. The position supports nursing functions in a dedicated pediatric specialty environment under the direction of a Nurse Manager.

Facility Type Pediatric specialty hospital
Department Cardiology
Care Setting Inpatient pediatric clinical area
Practice Model Supervised nursing support under Nurse Manager
Location Knoxville, TN

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough health assessments of patients and record findings accurately, reporting unusual data promptly to the nursing supervisor or provider.
  • Administer nursing care according to the medical and nursing plan of care, including medications by oral, intramuscular, and other approved routes within LPN scope.
  • Obtain and handle specimens per policy while adhering to infection-control guidelines and proper PPE use.
  • Assist providers with therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within the licensed practical nurse scope of practice.
  • Provide patient and family education on health promotion, safe environments, age-specific care, and risk-reducing behaviors; document patient responses to treatments and interventions thoroughly.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, record applicable patient charges, stock supplies proactively, and support a safe, clean clinical environment while accepting additional assignments as needed.

All nursing functions are performed under supervision and remain within the limits of the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must meet Tennessee licensing standards and demonstrate the clinical skills needed for pediatric cardiology nursing support.

Education
Associate’s degree required; graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing
License
Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Tennessee
Experience
One year of pediatric experience preferred
Skills
Strong assessment and critical-thinking ability; skills outlined in the LPN orientation checklist; effective communication

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly compensation for this full-time LPN role aligns with local pediatric hospital nursing rates in the Knoxville market.

  • Compensation: $26–$35 per hour
  • Full-time employment status
  • Additional benefits not specified in the available posting

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Full Time
Shift Days
Work Setting On-site clinical unit
Physical Demands Light lifting 10–20 lbs occasionally; frequent moving of objects under 10 lbs; sitting, walking, standing, bending, and computer use

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The role centers on pediatric patients receiving cardiology care in a children’s hospital environment that emphasizes child- and family-centered approaches.

Age Group Pediatric patients
Clinical Context Cardiology service within a children’s hospital
Care Approach Child- and family-centered care
Family Involvement Education and support for caregivers to promote health and safety

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical work supports pediatric cardiology nursing through assessment, medication administration, procedure assistance, and family education within the licensed practical nurse scope.

Assessment Focus Health assessments and identification of symptoms or problems in pediatric cardiology patients
Medication & Treatment Support Administration of medications and delivery of nursing care aligned with medical and nursing plans
Procedure Assistance Support for therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within LPN scope
Family Education Age-specific health promotion, safety, and lifestyle guidance for patients and caregivers

Role Highlights

This position combines LPN-level nursing support with a focused pediatric cardiology service in a dedicated children’s hospital setting.

  • Specialty placement in pediatric cardiology rather than a general medical-surgical unit
  • Direct integration of child- and family-centered care principles into daily nursing practice
  • Clear supervisory structure reporting to a Nurse Manager with defined LPN scope boundaries
  • Opportunity to develop and maintain clinical competencies specific to pediatric cardiology nursing

About East Tennessee Children's Hospital

East Tennessee Children’s Hospital (now also known as Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital) is a private, independent, not-for-profit 152-bed pediatric medical center in Knoxville, Tennessee. Founded in 1937, it serves as a Comprehensive Regional Pediatric Center and is affiliated with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. The hospital provides care across 29 pediatric subspecialties, including pediatric cardiology, and employs approximately 1,800 staff.

Organization Type Private, independent, not-for-profit pediatric hospital
Beds 152 licensed beds
Founded 1937
Service Area Primary: 16 East Tennessee counties; secondary: parts of Virginia, Kentucky, and North Carolina
Key Designation Comprehensive Regional Pediatric Center (Tennessee’s highest pediatric certification level)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this position open to both RNs and LPNs?
The job title lists RN/LPN, but the formal requirements specify a graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and a current Tennessee LPN license. Candidates should confirm eligibility directly with the employer.
Does the role involve direct care of pediatric cardiac patients?
Yes. The position is assigned to the cardiology service at a children’s hospital and includes health assessments, medication administration, procedure assistance, and family education for pediatric patients.
What level of supervision can an LPN expect?
All nursing functions are performed under the supervision of a Nursing Supervisor or Nurse Manager and must remain within the limits of the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act.
Is prior pediatric experience mandatory?
One year of pediatric experience is preferred but not listed as a strict requirement. Strong assessment skills and successful completion of the LPN orientation checklist are expected.
Will the nurse work only on day shifts?
The posting specifies full-time days. Exact start and end times, weekend rotation, or holiday expectations are not detailed in the available information.
Are there opportunities to expand clinical skills in this role?
The position requires acquisition and maintenance of clinical competencies through return demonstration and computer-based learning modules, and encourages sharing knowledge with colleagues.

RN/LPN Cardiology Full Time Days in Knoxville, TN

This full-time day-shift RN/LPN Cardiology position at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee, offers licensed practical nurses the opportunity to support pediatric cardiology care in a dedicated children’s hospital setting. The role centers on thorough patient assessments, medication administration within LPN scope, specimen handling, infection-control practices, and assistance with therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Nurses educate families on age-specific health promotion and safety while documenting responses to care and maintaining accurate records. Candidates must hold a current Tennessee LPN license, possess an associate’s degree or graduation from an accredited practical nursing program, and demonstrate strong assessment and communication skills; one year of pediatric experience is preferred. Compensation ranges from $26 to $35 per hour. The work takes place on-site under the supervision of a Nurse Manager and emphasizes child- and family-centered care. East Tennessee Children’s Hospital is a 152-bed private, not-for-profit pediatric medical center founded in 1937 and recognized as a Comprehensive Regional Pediatric Center serving East Tennessee and surrounding regions. This position provides a focused pediatric cardiology nursing experience within a specialized hospital environment committed to the care of children.

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