Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

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As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at North Mississippi Health Services, the primary responsibility is to provide nursing care, support the medical plan of care, and maintain patient records in compliance with hospital policies and procedures. LPNs also offer patient and family teaching for continuing care during and after discharge, working under stressful situations to ensure quality care for patients across various age groups.

• Provide a wide variety of nursing activities to support the medical plan of care in compliance with hospital/departmental policies and procedures.

• Assist in maintaining patient records, unit records and reports.
• Contribute to nursing care plan.

• Provide patient/family teaching necessary for continuing care during and after discharge.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Nursing. (Required)
• Associate's Degree Nursing. (Preferred)

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure

• Must meet continuing education requirements.
• Maintains knowledge and resources necessary to provide care for adolescent, newborn/infant, adult and geriatrics patients.
• Must organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Delegates assignments appropriately to nursing assistants, unit secretaries.
• Assists new employees in their orientation.
• Required to project a positive image of the unit to all customers.
• Maintain a good working relationship with Medical Staff, unit personnel and all ancillary departments.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.

• Licensed Practical Nurse and Certified Pulmonary Resuscitation/Basic Life Support

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care