LPN-Expanded II

Baptist; Calhoun City (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Calhoun City seeks to hire professionals who assist in patient care as directed by registered nurses. Responsibilities include administering medication, IV therapy, and providing patient education. Candidates must hold an LPN or MS-IV certification, complete BLS training within 14 days, and have relevant IV therapy training. The role emphasizes collaboration, support, and active participation in improving healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum IV therapy training requirements according to BON.
• Successful completion of education and training provided by an IV integrated accredited nursing program or Board approved IV therapy course.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the professional registered nurse.
• Assists in planning and implementing patient care.
• Administers intravenous therapy according to regulations.
• Educates patients and participates in healthcare delivery improvement.

Education

Completion of education and training from an accredited nursing program or Board approved IV therapy course

Job description

Provides patient care as directed by the professional registered nurse and is accountable for own actions under this direction. Administers intravenous therapy according to state board of nursing rules, regulations, and position statements. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing and delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity and rights. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with professional registered nurse
• Assists in planning patient care.
• Assists in implementing patient care as directed.
• Assists with evaluating the plan of care.
• Administers medication as prescribed.
• Administers intravenous medications according to State Board of Nursing rules and regulations.
• Performs intravenous therapy according to State Board of Nursing rules and regulations.
• Provides and reinforces the teaching of individuals and groups of patients.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Education

• AR – meets minimum IV therapy training requirements according to BON. TN - 6 months experience required and successful completion of intravenous therapy training according to BON. MS – successful completion of education and training provided by an IV integrated accredited nursing program or Board approved IV therapy course.

Training

Special Skills

Licensure

• BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; LPN; MS-IV Certification required; TN & AR-IV course/training as defined by the state boards of nursing