LPN-Ambulatory - UMMC Greenwood

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking an LPN for ambulatory care at the Greenwood location. The role involves direct patient care, administering treatments, and monitoring plans in collaboration with a supervisor.

The incumbent may perform IV therapy where allowed by state regulations and participate in quality improvement efforts. Required credentials include an active LPN license with BLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Requires LPN license and current licensure.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• IV therapy certification if required by clinical area.
• Knowledge of patient care procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care by executing and administering treatments and procedures under supervisor.
• Report patient issues to supervisor and staff.
• Maintain accurate patient records (charts, schedules, procedures, med history).
• Educate patients and families according to plan of care.
• Function in expanded IV therapy role as allowed by regulations.
• Participate in at least one nursing council, committee, or project to improve patient care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Patient care procedures

Computer literacy

Education

LPN License

LPN IV therapy certification (if required)

BLS within 90 days of hire

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

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Job Requisition Details

R00053151

Job Category Nursing

Organization Greenwood - Ambulatory

Location/s: UMMC Greenwood

Job Title LPN-Ambulatory - UMMC 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

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.

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 08/17/2026

Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):