LPN-Expanded II – Med/Surg 9T Position Available In DeSoto, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: LPN-Expanded II - Med/Surg 9T at BMH Desoto Hospital in Southaven, MS is a full-time position that involves providing patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include administering medication, intravenous therapy, and patient education. Requirements include BLS certification, LPN licensure, and IV therapy training. This role requires computer literacy and strong communication skills.
Job Description
LPN-Expanded II
- Med/Surg 9T
Job ID:
30181
Job Category:
Nurse LPN
Work Type:
Full Time
Work Schedule:
Rotating
Department:
Medical Surgical Unit
Facility:
BMH Desoto Hospital
Location:
Southaven, MS
Overview
Job Summary
Provides patient care as directed by the professional registered nurse and is accountable for own actions under this direction. Administers intravenous therapy according to state board of nursing rules, regulations, and position statements. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing and delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity and rights. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Communicates and collaborates with professional registered nurse
Collects patient data.
Assists in planning patient care.
Assists in implementing patient care as directed.
Assists with evaluating the plan of care.
Administers medication as prescribed.
Administers intravenous medications according to State Board of Nursing rules and regulations.
Performs intravenous therapy according to State Board of Nursing rules and regulations.
Provides and reinforces the teaching of individuals and groups of patients.
Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
Participates in ongoing educational activities.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Education
Minimum Required
AR
- meets minimum IV therapy training requirements according to BON. TN
- 6 months experience required and successfulpletion of intravenous therapy training according to BON. MS
- successfulpletion of education and training provided by an IV integrated accredited nursing program or Board approved IV therapy course.
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
Computer literacy
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
; LPN; MS-IV Certification required;
TN & AR-IV
course/training as defined by the state boards of nursing
Preferred/Desired
