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Familiar with NCLEX-PN test plan and common challenges such as distinguishing LPN from RN scope questions, pharmacology calculations, and managing anxiety with the adaptive testing format. Adapts ...

Familiar with NCLEX-PN test plan and common challenges such as distinguishing LPN from RN scope questions, pharmacology calculations, and managing anxiety with the adaptive testing format. Adapts ...

Familiar with NCLEX-PN test plan and common challenges such as distinguishing LPN from RN scope questions, pharmacology calculations, and managing anxiety with the adaptive testing format. Adapts ...

Familiar with NCLEX-PN test plan and common challenges such as distinguishing LPN from RN scope questions, pharmacology calculations, and managing anxiety with the adaptive testing format. Adapts ...

Familiar with NCLEX-PN test plan and common challenges such as distinguishing LPN from RN scope questions, pharmacology calculations, and managing anxiety with the adaptive testing format. Adapts ...

Familiar with NCLEX-PN test plan and common challenges such as distinguishing LPN from RN scope questions, pharmacology calculations, and managing anxiety with the adaptive testing format. Adapts ...

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How much do nclex rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for nclex rn in Tennessee is $48.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.58 and $59.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Nclex Rn position, and why are they important?

Success as an NCLEX RN requires comprehensive nursing knowledge, strong critical thinking skills, and a current Registered Nurse (RN) license earned by passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical documentation, and basic patient care technology is expected. Outstanding communication, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial, as they ensure safety, effective patient care, and seamless collaboration in diverse healthcare environments.

What typical responsibilities can I expect as an NCLEX RN in my daily work?

As an NCLEX RN, your daily responsibilities will include assessing patient health, administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient progress, and maintaining accurate medical records. You'll collaborate with physicians, fellow nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans tailored to each individual's needs. Additionally, you may provide patient education, advocate for patient well-being, and respond to emergencies as they arise. This role often involves working in fast-paced environments where adaptability and teamwork are highly valued.

What is an NCLEX-RN job?

An NCLEX-RN job refers to a registered nursing position that requires passing the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The exam is a standardized test that ensures nurses have the necessary knowledge and skills to practice safely. Once licensed, RNs can work in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare settings, providing direct patient care and assisting in treatments.

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Infographic showing various Nclex Rn job openings in Tennessee as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $100,823 per year, or $48.5 per hour.
Licensed Practical Nurse Resident - Acute Care [Blount], Medical Telemetry, Full-Time

Licensed Practical Nurse Resident - Acute Care [Blount], Medical Telemetry, Full-Time

Prisma Health

Maryville, TN • On-site

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Prisma Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 335 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

405th of 870 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Responsibility of attending all quality and core curriculum classes, actively participating in professional development workshops and peer support groups, and successfully completing all clinical competencies and validation requirements of the Nurse Residency Program. Works under the direct and indirect supervision of the Clinical Education Team while refining nursing knowledge and skills. Actively participates in managing clinical situations for which he/she is assigned under the direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse who oversees all clinical experiences, documentation and procedures in the clinical environment.
Adheres to policy and procedure requirements of the organization including, but not limited to licensure renewal, assigned training, employee health screenings, time and attendance policy, dress code policy, patient confidentiality, infection control, medication administration.

Essential Functions

  • All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

  • Collects patient data and completes required forms with appropriate responses according to unit standards; identifies patient's problems/needs and communicates with the RN; reviews and records latest diagnostic results; performs patient care under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.

  • Participates in the interdisciplinary care team to provide input on the plan of care based on nursing process and which incorporates the plans of other disciplines and continuing care needs; makes referrals to multidisciplinary support services under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.

  • Care provided conforms to accepted practice standards; provides treatments/procedures and other care as prescribed and according to patient care standards; demonstrates understanding of age-related characteristics and needs of patients served; explains nursing procedures; provides discharge teaching; identifies emergency situations and escalates to the RN; acts as an advocate for patient care with other health care personnel and evaluates patient care measures instituted; understands and demonstrates respect for patient rights and utilizes established mechanisms for management of ethical issues in patient care under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.

  • Records patient care delivered as planned and any variation, with appropriate rationale; makes and records observations related to impending or associated problems; implements nursing measures related to impending or associated problems under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.

  • Integrates cost effective measures into nursing practice; recognizes unit problems and takes responsibility for escalating to the RN; demonstrates active participation in QI processes; complies with hospital expectations to meet staffing demands based on patient care needs; complies with policies addressing safe working conditions; monitors unsafe working conditions; recognizes inappropriate and/or ineffective patient care management, resolves issue/problem and completes written reports; fulfils call for unit as assigned and adjusts staffing for census (volume) and acuity under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

  • This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

  • Education - Completion of an LPN program recognized by the State Board of Nursing

  • Experience - Candidates with greater than twelve (12) months LPN experience are not eligible to participate

In Lieu Of

    • In lieu of completion of a LPN program, will accept program equivalency recognized by the State Board of Nursing.

    Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

    • Holds a current LPN compact/multistate license recognized by the NCSBN Compact State or is licensed to practice as an LPN in the state the team member is working.

    • If an LPN team member working in this position obtains RN licensure, Prisma Health will accept RN licensure for a limited time until the team member can be placed in an RN position. Team members should immediately notify their manager and Talent Acquisition if they are scheduled to sit for the NCLEX-RN exam or have obtained RN licensure.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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    Work Shift

    Day (United States of America)

    Location

    Blount Memorial Hospital

    Facility

    8001 Blount Memorial Hospital, Inc.

    Department

    80016425 Medical Telemetry

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