LPN: Expert Patient Care & IV Therapy

West-Tennessee-Healthcare; Caruthersville (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

West-Tennessee-Healthcare in Caruthersville, MO is seeking an LPN to provide nursing care, administer medications, and document care in the patient’s medical record on assigned shifts under the supervision of a medical provider.

Responsibilities include patient flow, assisting with exams, preparing rooms, performing screenings, initiating IV access when needed, and ensuring infection control and safety according to clinic policies.

Qualifications

• Completion of a vocational school LPN program.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (state TN) and ability to practice.
• BLS certification within orientation period and kept current.
• Proficiency in pharmacology, documentation, and nursing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and document care in the patient’s medical record.
• Administer medications and assist physicians with procedures and exams.
• Initiate IV access and manage IV fluids when required.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the medical provider.
• Maintain infection control and prepare rooms and equipment.

Skills

Pharmacology

Documentation

Nursing skills

Computer skills

Education

LPN program completion

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

West-Tennessee-Healthcare in Caruthersville, MO is seeking an LPN to provide nursing care, administer medications, and document care in the patient’s medical record on assigned shifts under the supervision of a medical provider.

Responsibilities include patient flow, assisting with exams, preparing rooms, performing screenings, initiating IV access when needed, and ensuring infection control and safety according to clinic policies.