Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse LPN - PRN

At Simpson General Hospital (SGH), we pride ourselves in providing high quality healthcare in a hometown environment!
Job title:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Work Location:

SGH Clinic (Mendenhall, MS)
Reports to:

Clinic Coordinator
Job Type:

PRN
Experience

Graduated from an accredited nursing program (Required)
Current LPN/LPN IV licensure Mississippi Board of Nursing (Required)
BLS (Required)
LPN in clinic setting: 1(+) year (Preferred)
Patient Charting/Medical Record Documentation: 1(+) year (Preferred)
Education:

High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Associates Degree (Required)
Schedule:

Days (Monday - Friday)
8:00am - 5:00pm
As needed
Work Remotely:

No
Position Summary:
Responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient and family centered care in the assigned nursing unit. Roles during this phase of care focus on assessing the patient and developing a plan of care designed to meet the physical, psychological, educational and sociocultural needs of the patient and family.

The incumbent must be flexible in regards to scheduled work hours and unit/work location as the schedule permits.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Participates in plan of care that is individualized for the patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team
Performs appropriate treatments; within the scope of the LPN/ LPN IV cert; as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner
Reviews, documents and carries out all orders and patient/family education in a timely manner.
Participates in admission, discharge and transfer process within the LPN/LPN IV scope of practice
Delivers care with appropriate age and cultural competence to specific patient populations
Provides individualized patient/family education customized to the patient and his/her family
Timely reporting and documentation of unexpected or adverse events.
Initiates emergency resuscitative measures according to adult resuscitation and advanced life support protocols
Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and facility staff
Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
Maintains current competency in nursing specialty by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Administer and document treatments
Dispense medications following policies and procedures and complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
Maintain complete and accurate patient records
Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with healthcare procedures and regulations
Adheres to infection-control protocols
Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures
Monitor and coordinate maintenance of equipment operation and inventory
Check and maintain nursing supplies inventory
Educate and instruct patients and family members on discharge instructions and home care needs
Provides mentoring, coaching and teaching to other staff as required
Adapts and supports change in a positive and professional manner. Cooperates with peers and supports group decisions.
Perform other duties as assigned
Skills:

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff
Basic computer skills
Professional, friendly attitude
Excellent bedside manner
In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures
Working knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations
Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Responsible and compassionate
Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Physical Requirements:
The LPN/ LPN IV must have the ability to move around freely, walk and stand for long periods of time; use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; bend or twist their body; understand the speech of another person and speak clearly so listeners can understand; and see details of objects that are less than a few feet away and at a distance.