LPN

Healthier Mississippi People; Greenwood (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People in Greenwood, MS is seeking an LPN to assist with direct patient care and administer treatments under supervision. The role includes maintaining accurate records, educating patients, and participating in IV therapy when required by clinical area.

Candidates should hold a valid LPN license with IV therapy certification if required, and be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a hospital or medical center setting. BLS within 90 days of hire is expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care by executing and administering treatments as directed by supervisor.
• Reports to supervisor and staff any patient issues and concerns.
• Maintains accurate patient records (charts, schedules, procedures, medication history).
• Educates patients and families in accordance with the care plan.
• Participates in IV therapy expanded role when required by the clinical area.
• Contributes to committees or projects to improve patient care and service quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care procedures

Verbal & written communication

Team collaboration

Computer systems familiarity

Education

LPN license

Job description

Job Summary

Assists in providing direct care to assigned patients. Administers and monitors treatments in accordance with current treatment plan or as directly by the supervisor. Performs work that reflects substantial variety and moderate complexity. Practices in expanded role of IV therapy in accordance with state regulations if required by the clinical area. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose.

Job Description

Assists in providing direct care to assigned patients. Administers and monitors treatments in accordance with current treatment plan or as directly by the supervisor. Performs work that reflects substantial variety and moderate complexity. Practices in expanded role of IV therapy in accordance with state regulations if required by the clinical area. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of patient care procedures and protocols. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Knowledge and understanding of computer systems tools and programs. Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care by executing and administering treatments and procedures directed by supervisor.
• Reports to supervisor and other staff any patient issues and concerns.
• Maintains accurate patient records (e.g. charts, schedules, procedures, medication/treatment history, etc.)
• Educates patients and family members in accordance with established plan of care.
• Functions in expanded role of IV therapy in accordance with regulatory standards, if required by clinical area.
• Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical And Environmental Demands

Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to bio-hazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, frequent lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, frequent climbing, frequent crawling, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, constant pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, constant twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Requirements: Education & Experience

LPN certified in IV therapy, if required by the clinical area.

Certifications, licenses or registration required

valid LPN license; LPN certified in IV therapy, if required by clinical area. BLS within 90 days of hire.