At Simpson General Hospital, we pride ourselves in providing high quality healthcare in a hometown environment! Job title: LPN Work Location: SGH Medical Clinic Reports to: Clinic Director Job Type: Full Time Experience: 5(+) years as Clinic Nurse (Preferred) Customer/Provider Service: 1(+) year (Preferred) Education: Licensed LPN with State of Mississippi (Required) Associates Degree (Preferred) Location: Harrisville Medical Clinic in Harrisville, MS Schedule: Monday-Friday Work Remotely: No Position Summary: Responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient and family centered care in the assigned clinic. 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Collection of data for current visit, up to date medication list and all pertinent medical information and complete documentation in EMR 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. 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 Reports results and pertinent information to patients and physician Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and facility staff 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 Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Graduated from an accredited nursing program Certifications as required, based on area of work, such as BLS Relevant experience 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 must have the ability to move around freely, walk and stand for long periods of time; u se 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; u nderstand 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.
