LPN-Expanded II

Baptist; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Jonesboro is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. You will administer IV therapies, medications, and provide patient education while protecting autonomy and dignity.

Responsibilities include data collection, care planning, implementing plans, and participating in quality improvement activities. A valid LPN license, BLS, and IV therapy training are required or must be obtained.

Qualifications

• AR – IV therapy training requirement per BON.
• TN – 6 months experience and IV therapy training per BON.
• MS – completion of an IV therapy program or equivalent.
• LPN licensure required for employment.
• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the professional RN.
• Collects patient data.
• 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 as per BON rules.
• Performs IV therapy according to BON guidelines.
• Provides teaching to patients and groups.
• Participates in activities to improve health care delivery.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

LPN license

BLS Certification

MS-IV Certification

IV therapy training per BON (state-specific)

Job description

Job Summary

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
• Collects patient data.
• 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

Minimum Required

• 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.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Computer literacy

Licensure

Minimum Required

• 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