Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Full Time Days

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Start your next chapter at Bolivar Medical Center, a 164-bed hospital serving Cleveland, MS, and part of the ScionHealth community hospital network. Bolivar Medical Center is a Joint Commission accredited hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department services and also offers a long-term care unit. At Bolivar, you will deliver vital care in a community setting with the backing of a highly regarded hospital system committed to quality, safety, and local impact.Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct and indirect nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting. This role includes assessing resident needs, administering medications, performing treatments, and supporting residents with daily living activities. The LPN supports interdisciplinary care planning and ensures regulatory compliance while maintaining a focus on resident dignity and quality of life.Essential FunctionsProvides safe, competent nursing care under RN supervision in accordance with resident care plansAdministers medications and treatments, including wound care and specimen collectionMonitors and reports changes in residents' health status to the physician and care teamDocuments all assessments, interventions, and responses accurately in the electronic medical recordAssists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulationCollaborates with interdisciplinary team to implement and evaluate care plansMaintains medication safety by following the six rights of medication administrationParticipates in resident and family education on health conditions and pain managementProvides leadership to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), ensuring continuity of careResponds to emergencies and communicates effectively with clinical and support staffMaintains regulatory compliance, infection control practices, and patient safety standardsSupports orientation and training of new staff as neededKnowledge/Skills/Abilities/ExpectationsStrong critical thinking, communication, and time management skillsAbility to remain calm and professional in high-stress environmentsProficiency in EMR systems and basic computer applicationsAwareness of psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs of residents and familiesAbility to work varied shifts to meet departmental needsDemonstrates compassion, integrity, and respect in all interactionsCommitment to lifelong learning and continuous improvementQualificationsEducationLicensed Practical Nursing degree requiredLicenses/CertificationsCurrent LPN license or Compact State licenseBasic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire or transferExperienceExperience in long-term care or geriatric nursing preferred but not required