LPN - Med/Surg

Aura Health; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in Mississippi is seeking an LPN to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, administering IV therapy and medications, collecting data, and helping with care planning.

The role emphasizes patient dignity, education, and collaboration with the healthcare team, with emphasis on maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• IV therapy training aligned with state regulations.
• Experience with IV therapy is preferred.
• Basic computer literacy for charting and data collection.
• BLS certification must be valid within 14 days of hire.
• LPN licensure or equivalent with state IV certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate with registered nurses.
• Assist with patient data collection and care planning.
• Administer prescribed medications and IV therapy.
• Provide patient education and reinforce health teachings.
• Participate in quality improvement and ongoing education activities.
• Complete assigned goals and duties.

Skills

IV therapy training

IV therapy experience

Basic computer literacy

BLS certification

Education

LPN licensure or equivalent

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, with accountability for personal actions. Responsibilities include administering intravenous therapy and medications in compliance with state nursing regulations, collecting patient data, assisting in care planning and implementation, and evaluating care effectiveness. The role emphasizes maintaining patient dignity, autonomy, and rights, while fostering a caring relationship.

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, with accountability for personal actions. Responsibilities include administering intravenous therapy and medications in compliance with state nursing regulations, collecting patient data, assisting in care planning and implementation, and evaluating care effectiveness. The role emphasizes maintaining patient dignity, autonomy, and rights, while fostering a caring relationship.

Key Duties

• Communicate and collaborate with registered nurses
• Assist with patient data collection and care planning
• Administer prescribed medications and IV therapy
• Provide patient education and reinforce health teachings
• Participate in quality improvement and ongoing education activities
• Complete assigned goals and duties

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum IV therapy training per state regulations
• Experience in intravenous therapy (preferred)
• Basic computer literacy
• Valid BLS certification within 14 days of hire
• Licensure as an LPN or equivalent, with IV certification as required by state