LPN - Ambulatory - Pediatric Clinic

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Biloxi (MS); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 41.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Biloxi, MS, seeks an LPN for our ambulatory pediatric clinic. The role provides direct patient care, administers treatments, and works under supervisor guidance within an established plan of care.

The ideal candidate holds a valid LPN license with BLS; IV therapy expanded role may be required in some units. Join a team focused on high-quality pediatric ambulatory care, with opportunities to participate in nursing councils and committees.

Qualifikationen

• Valid LPN license required.
• BLS certification within 90 days post-hire.
• IV therapy expanded role may be required in some units.

Aufgaben

• Assists with patient care by executing and administering treatments under supervision.
• Reports patient issues to supervisor and staff.
• Maintains accurate patient records (charts, procedures, history).
• Educates patients and families according to the plan of care.
• Functions in IV therapy expanded role where allowed by regulations.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care procedures

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Ausbildung

LPN license

IV therapy expanded role

BLS within 90 days

Jobbeschreibung

Job Requisition ID:

R00054575

Job Category:

Nursing

Organization:

Children's Ambulatory - Clinical

Location/s:

UP PEDS GULFPORT CLINIC

Job Title:

LPN - Ambulatory - Pediatric Clinic

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

Certifications, licenses or registration required:

Valid LPN license. LPN license with IV therapy expanded role may be required for some clinical areas. BLS required post-hire within 90 days.

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

Job Posting Date:

10/9/2026