LPN - Med/Surg
Aura Health · Southaven, MS · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
This position involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, with accountability for personal actions.
Responsibilities
- Administering intravenous therapy and medications in compliance with state nursing regulations
- Collecting patient data
- Assisting in care planning and implementation
- Evaluating care effectiveness
- Maintaining patient dignity, autonomy, and rights
- Fostering a caring relationship
- Communicate and collaborate with registered nurses
- Assist with patient data collection and care planning
- Administer prescribed medications and IV therapy
- Provide patient education and reinforce health teachings
- Participate in quality improvement and ongoing education activities
- Complete assigned goals and duties
Qualifications
- Minimum IV therapy training per state regulations
- Valid BLS certification within 14 days of hire
- Licensure as an LPN or equivalent, with IV certification as required by state
Skills
- Experience in intravenous therapy (preferred)
- Basic computer literacy