LPN

Job description

LPN
5 Tower
Full-Time
Job Summary:
Provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patients and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Maintains regulatory requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about changes in a patient's clinical condition or response to treatment. Additionally, must be able to perform general nursing duties in all nursing departments with adequate orientation and supervision.
Education:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
Licensure:
Mississippi Board of Nursing or Compact State Licensure as Licensed Practical Nurse
Experience:
Preferred but not required
Special Skills:
IV Certification required in Specialty Areas
Language/Communication/Organizational Skills:
Ability to speak effectively and professionally to staff, management and outside individuals.
Mathematical Skills:
Must be able to apply basic and advanced mathematical skills in an effort to calculate medications, IV drip rates and medication dosages.
Reasoning Ability:
Must have the ability to apply non-judgmental reasoning capabilities whenever necessary when dealing with patients, staff, visitors, and other employees.