Licensed Nurse Practical

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi at Ellisville State School in Mississippi is seeking a Licensed Nurse Practical to provide comprehensive nursing care in a dorm setting and administer medications in a 37 - Lamar County location. This full-time role emphasizes timely patient care, charting, and coordination with medical services.

The position requires an LPN license and certification from an approved nursing program, with 0–4 years' experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Certificate from an Approved School of Nursing
• Licensure as an LPN and 0-4 years of experience
• Must have a valid Mississippi Driver's License and a safe driving record as per agency policy

Responsibilities

• Render general nursing care to residents; administer prescribed medications and therapies safely and timely
• Observe, record, and report health status to supervisors and medical staff
• Ensure continuity of nursing care through charting and monthly records; organize each resident's medical file
• Coordinate with eye/dental clinics and community clinics as needed; operate within MS Board of Nursing rules
• Work in a dorm setting as required

Skills

LPN licensure

Patient care

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

LPN Certification

Mississippi LPN License

Job description

Licensed Nurse Practical in 37 - LAMAR COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$32,000.00 - $43,680.00 Annually

Location

37 - LAMAR COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9223-0373-20260918Lr

0373 - MH-ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL

Opening Date

09/21/2026

10/1/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$32,000.00

$43,680.00

About the Agency

Ellisville State School is a state operated regional program providing comprehensive services to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing a foundation of independence and empowerment to reach for their tomorrow and make a difference in the world today. Agency contact information Human Resources at [phone].

The individual will render general nursing care to each person in the home by administering prescribed medications and therapeutic treatment ensuring these are delivered safely, timely and accurately. The individual observes, records, and reports to appropriate personnel the general and specific physical and medical conditions of each person. Reports any acute changes in health status to the registered nurse supervisor, physician and/or nurse practitioner. The individual will ensure that each person will be seen in the community eye and dental clinics as ordered and as needed and will assure that each person will be seen in the community clinic as needed. Will provide continuity of nursing care through charting, monthly records, and organizing each persons medical file as per Ellisville State School Policy and Procedures. Will perform assigned duties from supervisors in accordance with MS Board of Nursing rules and regulations and Ellisville State School Policies and Procedures. Subject to working with persons served in a dorm setting as needed.

What you'll need to be Successful

Efficient organizational and time management skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Positive work morale. Ability to be flexible in thinking and problem solving. Realistic expectations about the difficulty and challenges of the work. Ability to handle an often-unpredictable work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Certificate from an Approved School of Nursing, Licensure as an LPN and 0-4 years of experience. Hiring additional qualifications:The individual must have a valid Mississippi Drivers License and a safe driving record as outlined in the Ellisville State School Safety Manual. Vacancy is at the Lumberton Community Homes.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201