Day Shift LPN: Orthopedic Post-Op Care & Growth

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development and career增长

Job summary

Merit Health in Mississippi is seeking an Lung Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential nursing care under RN supervision and collaborate with the healthcare team. The role emphasizes assessment, medication administration, and care plan implementation.

The position requires 0-1 year of LPN experience, state licensure, and a commitment to safety and infection control. The team focuses on compassionate care, professional growth, and reliable attendance in a patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living.
• Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
• Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
• Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Medication administration

Patient care

Patient assessment

Communication

Time management

Infection control

Safety protocols

Adaptability

Education

LPN/LVN licensure

Job description

Merit Health in Mississippi is seeking an Lung Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential nursing care under RN supervision and collaborate with the healthcare team. The role emphasizes assessment, medication administration, and care plan implementation.

The position requires 0-1 year of LPN experience, state licensure, and a commitment to safety and infection control. The team focuses on compassionate care, professional growth, and reliable attendance in a patient-centered environment.