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North Mississippi Medical Center

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

North Mississippi Medical Center, Hamilton, Alabama, United States, 35570

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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.

Patient Care

Provide 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.

Contribute to nursing care plan.

Teaching

Provide 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

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.

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.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse and Certified Pulmonary Resuscitation/Basic Life Support

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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