LPN-Ambulatory-Pediatrics-Greenwood

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Kansas; Presencial; USD 30.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Mississippi Medical Center's Greenwood clinic seeks a licensed practical nurse to support ambulatory-pediatrics care. The role involves direct patient care, administering treatments, and coordinating with the supervisor.

You will maintain patient records, educate families, and participate in committees to enhance care quality, with IV therapy expansion where allowed. This full-time position requires a valid LPN license and BLS; on-site in Greenwood, MS with a focus on

Formación

• Valid LPN license with potential IV therapy expanded role.
• BLS certification required post-hire within 90 days.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with patient care by executing treatments and procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and educate patients and families.
• Participate in nursing councils or committees to improve patient care or work area.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Patient care procedures

Computer literacy

Educación

LPN license

BLS certification

Herramientas

IV therapy equipment

Descripción del empleo

Job Requisition ID: R00054639 Job Category: Nursing Organization: Greenwood Pediatric Clinic Staff Location/s: UMMC Greenwood Job Title: LPN-Ambulatory-Pediatrics-Greenwood

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

10/13/2026

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