LPN- Seasonal Contract Nights

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks an LPN to provide essential nursing care under RN supervision at a facility in Hattiesburg, MS. You will perform assessments, administer medications, document care, and educate patients to support positive outcomes.

The role requires 0–1 year of LPN experience and active state licensure (LPN or LVN) with BCLS; ACLS preferred. This is a part-time night-shift position with emphasis on safe, compliant patient care.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of LPN experience in a healthcare setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision and monitor vital signs.
• Conduct focused assessments and report changes to the care team.
• Administer medications and injections per orders and safety protocols.
• Assist in developing and evaluating patient care plans.
• Document nursing interventions accurately in medical records.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance and discharge care.
• Follow infection control procedures and safety standards.
• Assist with wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection as allowed.
• Support orientation and training of new staff and nursing students.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care.
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies for patient care.
• Respond to emergencies and support code team interventions within scope.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Medication administration

Patient care

Assessment

Education

LPN license

LVN license

BCLS certification

ACLS preferred

Job description

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
• Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
• Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
• Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.
• Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.
• Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.
• Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or
• LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

State Specific Requirements

• Alabama: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required. Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required.
• Florida: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
• Georgia: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications within 90 days of employment required.
• Indiana: CPR certification within 90 days of employment required.
• Mississippi: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
• New Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
• North Carolina: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
• Oklahoma: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
• Pennsylvania: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 168354
• Job Category Nursing
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 5001 Hardy St, Hattiesburg, MS, 39402, US