ED LPN: IV Therapy & Patient Care

Baptist Memorial Health; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health in Mississippi seeks a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient care under RN supervision. The role administers IV therapies and medications per state BON rules, supporting patient autonomy and dignity. Other duties include teaching patients and collaborating to improve care delivery.

The position emphasizes compliance with BON standards, BIS and IV therapy training, and active participation in ongoing education to enhance care quality.

Qualifications

• IV therapy training according to BON requirements.
• Successful completion of IV therapy training per state BON rules.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with professional registered nurse.
• Collects patient data.
• Assists in planning patient care.
• Assists in implementing patient care as directed.
• Assists with evaluating the plan of care.
• Administers medication as prescribed.
• Administers IV medications as allowed by BON.
• Performs IV therapy per BON guidelines.
• Provides and reinforces patient teaching.
• Participates in activities to improve health care delivery.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

IV therapy training (BON)

Nursing education program

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health in Mississippi seeks a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient care under RN supervision. The role administers IV therapies and medications per state BON rules, supporting patient autonomy and dignity. Other duties include teaching patients and collaborating to improve care delivery.

The position emphasizes compliance with BON standards, BIS and IV therapy training, and active participation in ongoing education to enhance care quality.