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Jasper General Hospital / Jasper County Nursing Home Licensed Practical Nurse - Jasper General in Laurel, Mississippi

Full Time Positions available for the following shifts 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, and 11pm-7am

  •  Ability to monitor resident condition and notify RN Supervisor, charge nurse, and/or physician promptly of changes in resident conditions. Notifies sponsor/next of kin according to facility protocol.
  •  Knowledge of the intended use and negative reactions of medications ordered for residents.
  •  Aware of emergency procedures of this facility in the event of cardiac arrest, diabetic reactions, airway obstruction, respiratory arrest/distress, seizures, head injuries, and fractures.
  •  Respond promptly to all emergencies.
  •  Respond promptly and investigate all alarms on unit.
  •  Follow instructions given by the RN for resident care.
  •  Ability to document medications, procedures, and resident condition per facility protocol.
  •  Ability to receive verbal and phone orders from physicians/nurse practitioner and transcribe accordingly.
  •  Communicate the needs of resident to other departments when necessary.
  •  Assist residents with activities of daily living when needed, including personal care, transfer, eating, and elimination.
  •  Competent in checking vital signs and documentation/reporting.
  •  Make rounds on assigned unit per facility protocol.
  • Investigate all accidents and complete required forms/documentation.
  • Report all discrepancies found with a medication, treatment plan, and physician orders.
  • Requisition medications and supplies to ensure adequate supply.
  • Communicate policy and safety concerns to RN or Administration for Quality Assurance purposes.
  • Supervise care given by nursing assistants.
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