Certified Licensed Pratical Nurse

Job Summary The Certified LPN at North Mississippi Health Services plays a vital role in providing a wide variety of nursing functions to support the medical plan of care, adhering to hospital/departmental policies and procedures. Responsibilities include patient care, documentation, teaching, and performing IV therapy, ensuring age‑appropriate care and maintaining positive relations with patients, families, and medical staff. The LPN must possess problem‑solving skills to handle stressful situations and respond to changing patient needs effectively. Patient Care Responsibilities Provides a wide variety of nursing functions to support the medical plan of care in compliance with hospital/departmental policies and procedures. Assists in maintaining patient records through daily nursing summaries, Medicare charting, acute care charting, and accurate medication administration records. Contributes to nursing care plans. Provides patient/family teaching necessary for continuing care during and after discharge. Performs IV therapy utilizing hospital guidelines. Qualifications Education High School Diploma or GED Equivalent – Required. Other (Experience) – Must meet continuing education requirements as defined. Licenses and Certifications LPN – Licensed Practical Nurse – State Licensure. CPR – Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Maintains knowledge and skills necessary to provide age‑appropriate care. Completes 24‑32 hours orientation MIS computer training. Organizes and prioritizes work assignments. Delegates assignments appropriately to nursing assistants. Assists new employees in their orientation. Projects a positive image of the unit to all customers. Maintains a good working relationship with medical staff, unit personnel, and all ancillary departments. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills. Physical Demands Standing – Constantly Walking – Constantly Sitting – Occasionally Lifting/Carrying – Frequently 50 lbs. Pushing/Pulling – Frequently Climbing – Occasionally Balancing – Occasionally Stooping/Kneeling/Bending – Occasionally Reaching/Overhead Work – Occasionally Grasping – Frequently Speaking – Constantly Hearing – Constantly Repetitive Motions – Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination – Frequently Benefits Continuing Education 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions Pet, Identity Theft, and Legal Services Insurance Wellness Programs and Incentives Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance Program Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits License+Certification Reimbursement Life, Long‑Term and Short‑Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Employee Discount Program Early Access to Earned Wages Tuition Assistance Relocation Assistance Paid Time Away Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers #J-18808-Ljbffr