LPN-Expanded II MedSurg Desoto
Job Location:
Southaven, MS - USA
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Job Summary
Overview
Summary
Provides patient care as directed by the professional registered nurse and is accountable for own actions under this direction. Administers intravenous therapy according to state board of nursing rules regulations and position statements. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing and delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy dignity and rights. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Communicates and collaborates with professional registered nurse
Collects patient data.
Assists in planning patient care.
Assists in implementing patient care as directed.
Assists with evaluating the plan of care.
Administers medication as prescribed.
Administers intravenous medications according to State Board of Nursing rules and regulations.
Performs intravenous therapy according to State Board of Nursing rules and regulations.
Provides and reinforces the teaching of individuals and groups of patients.
Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
Participates in ongoing educational activities.
Completes assigned goals.
Requirements Preferences and Experience
Education
Minimum:AR meets minimum IV therapy training requirements according to BON. TN - 6 months experience required and successful completion of intravenous therapy training according to BON. MS successful completion of education and training provided by an IV integrated accredited nursing program or Board approved IV therapy course.
Licensure Registration Certification
Minimum:BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; LPN
Special Skills
Minimum:Computer literacy
About Company
Baptist Memorial Hospitals provide compassionate, close-to-home care for patients in the Mid-South. Learn about our medical clinics and health care services.
