LPN-Ambulatory

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a LPN-Ambulatory to assist with direct patient care, administer and monitor treatments, and support expanded IV therapy roles where required by the clinical area.

The role requires a valid LPN license with BLS within 90 days, and IV therapy certification if mandated by the area. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care and patient safety.

Formación

• LPN licensed to practice in Mississippi; IV therapy certification if required by clinical area.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge of patient care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

IV therapy

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

EMR knowledge

Educación

Mississippi LPN license

BLS within 90 days

LPN IV therapy certification (where required)

Descripción del empleo

Job Details

Job Requisition ID: R00053202

Job Category: Nursing

Organization: CP South Clinical

Location/s: Main Campus Jackson

Job Title: LPN-Ambulatory

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.

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.

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)

Time Type

• Full time
• FLSA Designation/Job Exempt: No
• Pay Class: Hourly
• FTE %: 100
• Work Shift: Day

Benefits Eligibility

• Grant Funded: No
• Job Posting Date: 09/1/2026
• Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):

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