Rehab LPN: Impactful Care & Career Growth

Merit Health Natchez; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

401(k) retirement plan

Education assistance

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Professional development and career增长

Job summary

Merit Health Natchez is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Orthopedics team. This role provides essential nursing care under RNs and collaborates with the healthcare team to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

You will monitor vital signs, administer medications, assist with wound care and mobility, and educate patients and families on discharge planning. Mississippi state LPN licensure is required; ACLS is preferred and certification in BCLS is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with daily living activities.
• Conducts focused patient assessments and reports changes to the team.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed.
• Assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the medical record.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance and discharge planning.
• Ensures adherence to infection control protocols and safety standards.
• Assist with wound care, mobility, and basic procedures under RN guidance.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Medication administration

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Communication

Education

LPN/LVN licensure

BCLS certification

ACLS certification (preferred)

Job description

Merit Health Natchez is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Orthopedics team. This role provides essential nursing care under RNs and collaborates with the healthcare team to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

You will monitor vital signs, administer medications, assist with wound care and mobility, and educate patients and families on discharge planning. Mississippi state LPN licensure is required; ACLS is preferred and certification in BCLS is required.