LPN-Expanded II - Med/Surg 6T

Baptist; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/time off

Continuing education opportunities

Sick leave

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Health care spending accounts

Education assistance

Job summary

Baptist is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a part-time, night shift position at BMH - Desoto Hospital in Southaven. This role focuses on providing patient care as directed by a registered nurse and includes responsibilities such as administering medications and intravenous therapy.

The ideal candidate must have appropriate qualifications, including BLS certification and IV therapy training. Benefits include paid time off, continuing education opportunities, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience for TN or successful completion of IV therapy training.
• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.
• LPN license required.

Responsibilities

• Administers intravenous therapy per regulations.
• Plans and evaluates patient care with registered nurse.
• Communicates effectively with nurse and team.
• Reinforces patient education.

Skills

IV therapy

Patient care

Communication with nursing staff

Medication administration

Collaboration

Education

Successful completion of IV therapy training

BLS certification

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.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

Education

Minimum: 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.

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Minimum: BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; LPN

Benefits

• Paid vacation/time off
• Continuing education opportunities
• Sick leave
• Service awards
• Free parking
• Short-term disability
• Life insurance
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts
• Education assistance/continuing education
• Employee referral program

Job Summary

Position: 14861 - LPN-Expanded II
Facility: BMH - Desoto Hospital
Department: DC Med/Surg 8 Tower BMH Desoto
Category: Nurse LPN
Type: Clinical Nurse
Work Type: Part Time
Work Schedule: Nights
Location: US:MS:Southaven
Located in the Memphis metro area