Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Full Time | Days or Nights - Skilled Nursing Facility

Singing River Health System • Pascagoula, MS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides skilled technical nursing care to patients according to established standards and a plan of care set by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician. Care is delivered in accordance with the Mississippi Nurse Practice Act, CDC infection-control guidelines, Singing River Health System’s nursing plan, organizational policies and procedures, and applicable accreditation and governing guidance. The role may include other duties as assigned.

The position is based at Singing River Pascagoula Hospital. The listed shifts are 7 AM–7 PM or 7 PM–7 AM. The nurse must demonstrate sound clinical judgment and professional skills while caring for patients of all ages, communicate effectively, collaborate across the health system, and provide professional customer service. Assigned personnel are supervised.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Current Mississippi LPN license required.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Complete the appropriate level of de-escalation training by the end of the 90-day position orientation.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, assessment and decision-making abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Maintain emotional stability in high-stress situations and collaborative, respectful working relationships.
• Demonstrate customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Be proficient with computers and keyboarding, including MS Outlook and Word, and use of office technology such as telephone and fax.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including moving around the facility, frequently handling negligible-weight objects, performing repetitive hand and wrist motions, and remaining active for extended periods.
• Be able to work assigned schedules, which may change according to hospital needs, including changes to days off, shifts, or weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Expanded role licensure preferred.
• Six months of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled technical nursing care to patients in accordance with established standards and a plan of care established by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician.
• Follow the Mississippi Nurse Practice Act, CDC infection-control guidelines, the health system’s nursing plan, organizational policies and procedures, and applicable accreditation and governing guidance.
• Demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional nursing skills to patients of all ages.
• Supervise assigned personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree