LPN: Patient Care & IV Therapy Specialist

Healthier Mississippi People; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking a licensed practical nurse to assist in direct patient care, administer and monitor treatments according to the current plan or supervisor directives. You will perform a range of duties with moderate complexity, participate in expanded IV therapy when required by the clinical area, and maintain accurate patient records while educating patients and families.

BLS within 90 days of hire; valid LPN license; IV therapy certification if required; ability to work

Qualifications

• LPN license required or eligible for licensure.
• IV therapy certification if applicable to clinical area.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct patient care by executing and administering treatments and procedures directed by supervisor.
• Reports to supervisor and other staff any patient issues and concerns.
• Maintains accurate patient records (e.g. charts, schedules, procedures, medication/treatment history).
• Educates patients and family members in accordance with established plan of care.
• Functions in expanded role of IV therapy in accordance with regulatory standards, if required by clinical area.
• Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care procedures

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer systems knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license

IV therapy certification

BLS certification

Job description

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking a licensed practical nurse to assist in direct patient care, administer and monitor treatments according to the current plan or supervisor directives. You will perform a range of duties with moderate complexity, participate in expanded IV therapy when required by the clinical area, and maintain accurate patient records while educating patients and families.

BLS within 90 days of hire; valid LPN license; IV therapy certification if required; ability to work