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LPN-Expanded II ER PRN I

Baptist Memorial Health Care, Columbus, MS, United States


Overview
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

Education
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.

Skills
Computer literacy.

Licensure
BLS certification within 14 days of hire; LPN; MS‑IV certification required; TN & AR‑IV course/training as defined by state boards of nursing.

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