Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full Time- Day Shift

Job Description

At SGH, we pride ourselves in providing high quality healthcare in a hometown environment!

Job title:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Work Location:

Simpson General Hospital (Med/Surge - Acute Care)

Reports to:

Director of Nursing

Job Type:

Full-time

Experience

Graduated from an accredited nursing program (Required)

Current LPN/LPN IV licensure Mississippi Board of Nursing (Required)

BLS (Required)

ACLS/PALS (Preferred)

LPN: 1 year (Required)

Patient Charting/Medical Record Documentation: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Associates Degree (Required)

Schedule:

Day Shift 7a-7p (includes every other weekend)

12-hour shifts

Benefits:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Discounted In-House Services at SGH Clinics & Hospital

Work Remotely:

No

Position Summary:

Responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient and family centered care in the assigned nursing unit. Roles during this phase of care focus on assessing the patient and developing a plan of care designed to meet the physical, psychological, educational and sociocultural needs of the patient and family. The incumbent must be flexible in regards to scheduled work hours and unit/work location as the schedule permits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Participates in plan of care that is individualized for the patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team

Performs appropriate treatments; within the scope of the LPN/ LPN IV cert; as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner

Reviews, documents and carries out all orders and patient/family education in a timely manner.

Participates in admission, discharge and transfer process within the LPN/LPN IV scope of practice

Delivers care with appropriate age and cultural competence to specific patient populations

Provides individualized patient/family education customized to the patient and his/her family

Timely reporting and documentation of unexpected or adverse events.

Initiates emergency resuscitative measures according to adult resuscitation and advanced life support protocols

Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and facility staff

Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel in a timely manner

Maintains current competency in nursing specialty by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

Administer and document treatments

Dispense medications following policies and procedures and complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner

Maintain complete and accurate patient records

Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with healthcare procedures and regulations

Adheres to infection-control protocols

Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures

Monitor and coordinate maintenance of equipment operation and inventory

Check and maintain nursing supplies inventory

Educate and instruct patients and family members on discharge instructions and home care needs

Provides mentoring, coaching and teaching to other staff as required

Adapts and supports change in a positive and professional manner. Cooperates with peers and supports group decisions.

Perform other duties as assigned

Skills:

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff

Basic computer skills

Professional, friendly attitude

Excellent bedside manner

In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures

Working knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations

Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsible and compassionate

Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service

Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Physical Requirements:

The LPN/ LPN IV must have the ability to move around freely, walk and stand for long periods of time; use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; bend or twist their body; understand the speech of another person and speak clearly so listeners can understand; and see details of objects that are less than a few feet away and at a distance.

Full-time