LPN, Amory Pediatric Clinic

Job ID:

000G8R

Clinic and Tupelo

Nursing - AMORY

PEDIATRIC CLINIC

Full Time - Day

Posting Description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

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.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Patient Care:

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

Documentation:

• Assist in maintaining patient records, unit records and reports.

• Contributes to nursing care plan.

Teaching:

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

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Nursing. Required

Associate's Degree Nursing. Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure

Work Experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

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.

Assist 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.

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Standing. Constantly

Walking. Constantly

Sitting. Occassionally

Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs

Pushing/Pulling. Frequently

Climbing. Occassionally

Balancing. Occassionally

Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Occassionally

Reaching/Over Head Work. Occassionally

Grasping. Frequently

Speaking. Constantly

Hearing. Constantly

Repetitive Motions. Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Benefits A

•vailable

Continuing Education

403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions

Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance

Wellness Programs and Incentives

Referral Bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

License + Certification Reimbursement

Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Other:

Early Access to Earned Wages

Tuition Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Paid Time Away

Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers

Requirements

The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.

Licenses

You must have the following licenses to :

Licensed Practical Nurse

Education

You must have the following education to :

Associates of LPN

You must have a High School Diploma or GED or higher