LPN: Meaningful Clinic Care & Growth

Merit Health River Region Medical Center; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

PTO & sick leave

401(k) match

Career development

Licensure reimbursement

Student loan support

Rewards programs

Collaborative culture

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Merit Health River Region Medical Center in Mississippi is seeking an LPN to provide essential nursing care in a clinic setting under supervision of licensed practitioners or RNs. You will document patient information, assist with procedures, and support care plans while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the healthcare team in a fast-paced outpatient environment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years experience in a clinical or outpatient setting.
• Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure required.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient intake, observes symptoms, records vitals in EMR.
• Administers medications and assists with procedures.
• Conduits diagnostic tests like EKGs and labs.
• Ensures timely follow-up via portal, calls, and test results.
• Educates patients on treatment plans and medications.
• Maintains infection control and clinic safety standards.
• Monitors narcotics, refrigerator temps, vaccines, and expirations.
• Acts as liaison between patients, providers, and families.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Infection control

Critical thinking

Time management

Empathy & professionalism

Education

LPN/LVN licensure

BCLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Merit Health River Region Medical Center in Mississippi is seeking an LPN to provide essential nursing care in a clinic setting under supervision of licensed practitioners or RNs. You will document patient information, assist with procedures, and support care plans while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the healthcare team in a fast-paced outpatient environment.