Licensed Practical Nurse

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Hospital & Home Health Care


Location: Hattiesburg, MS & Surrounding Areas


Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / PRN


Company: Express Healthcare Staffing

About the Role


Express Healthcare Staffing is seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to support patients across Hattiesburg and surrounding areas in Mississippi. Opportunities are available in both hospital and home health settings for nurses who are passionate about delivering quality care, supporting patient recovery, and improving overall patient outcomes.


In this role, you will play an essential part in providing hands-on nursing care, monitoring patient conditions, administering treatments, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Whether working in a hospital environment or providing care in patients' homes, you will help promote comfort, dignity, and the highest possible level of independence for every patient.


We value dependable clinicians who prioritize patient safety, compassionate service, and quality outcomes. Our goal is to connect skilled nursing professionals with opportunities that align with their experience, availability, and career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in hospital or home health settings in accordance with established care plans, physician orders, and applicable nursing standards.
• Monitor and document vital signs, symptoms, and changes in patient condition, promptly communicating concerns to the supervising RN or appropriate healthcare provider.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered and within the scope of Mississippi LPN practice.
• Assist with wound care, dressing changes, infection prevention, and other nursing procedures appropriate to the clinical setting.
• Support patient recovery, comfort, safety, and daily care needs while promoting dignity and independence.
• Reinforce patient and caregiver education regarding medications, treatment plans, safety precautions, and ongoing care needs.
• Collaborate with registered nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with facility or agency policies and applicable regulations.
• Recognize and report changes in patient status, contributing to timely interventions and appropriate adjustments to the plan of care.
• Follow infection control protocols, patient safety procedures, and established clinical policies and standards.

Qualifications & Skills


Education: Graduation from an approved Practical Nursing program.


Licensure: Active, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Mississippi.


Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification. Additional certifications may be required depending on the facility or assignment.


Experience: Previous hospital, home health, rehabilitation, long-term care, or other clinical nursing experience preferred. Motivated new graduates with strong clinical judgment and a commitment to patient-centered care are encouraged to apply.


Attributes: Strong clinical observation skills, attention to detail, compassion, reliability, sound clinical judgment, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.


Requirements: Ability to meet the physical and clinical demands of the assigned setting. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance are required for home health positions involving travel between patient locations.

Why Join Express Healthcare Staffing?


Flexible Opportunities: Explore full-time, part-time, and PRN assignments in hospitals and home health agencies throughout Hattiesburg and surrounding communities.


Competitive Compensation: Attractive pay rates with weekly direct deposit.


Career Flexibility: Find opportunities that align with your nursing experience, scheduling preferences, and professional goals.


Supportive Team: Receive administrative and staffing support throughout the assignment process.


Meaningful Work: Make a positive difference in patients' lives by providing compassionate, dependable, and high-quality nursing care.


Local Opportunities: Work closer to home while supporting healthcare facilities and patients throughout the Hattiesburg area.


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Hattiesburg, MS
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5000 West 4th Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39402