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North Mississippi Health Services

Licensed Practical Nurse, FT, Winfield IMA

North Mississippi Health Services, Winfield, Alabama, United States, 35594

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Licensed Practical Nurse, FT, Winfield IMA 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.

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.

Maintain knowledge and resources necessary to provide care for adolescent, newborn/infant, adult, and geriatric patients.

Organize and prioritize work assignments.

Delegate assignments appropriately to nursing assistants, unit secretaries.

Assist new employees in their orientation.

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

Standing – Constantly

Walking – Constantly

Sitting – Occasionally

Lifting/Carrying – Frequently 50 lbs

Pushing/Pulling – Frequently

Climbing – Occasionally

Balancing – Occasionally

Stooping/Kneeling/Bending – Occasionally

Reaching/Overhead Work – Occasionally

Grasping – Frequently

Speaking – Constantly

Hearing – Constantly

Repetitive Motions – Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations – Frequently

Benefits

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

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

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