Licensed Practical Nurse - Family Medicine - Vicksburg

Licensed Practical Nurse Top 10% in LPN rolesNo callNo weekendsFull-Time

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Full-Time
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
No weekends
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Job Description

Why Join Us?

* Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team  – Competitive pay that rewards your

hard work

* Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

coverage

* Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits

* Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match

* Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement

pathways

* We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement

* Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles

* Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs

* A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture

making a difference every day

* Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance,

identity protection, and legal insurance.

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact!

No weekends, No holidays, No Call

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients

under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the

healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments,

administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the

delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act,

professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive

patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

* Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including

monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and

responding to patient needs.

* Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in

patient conditions to the appropriate team members.

* Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring

compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.

* Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care

plans.

* Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions,

and observations in the medical record.

* Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management,

and post-discharge care.

* Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and

healthcare regulations.

* Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and

specimen collection within the scope of practice.

* Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students

as assigned.

* Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery

of coordinated care.

* Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.

* Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within

the scope of competency.

* Emergency Services:

* Support triage and assist with collecting patient history and vitals.

* Prepare patients for procedures and assist RNs and providers during care.

* Administer prescribed medications within scope.

* Provide basic wound care and apply dressings as directed.

* Assist in stabilizing patients under supervision.

* OR Services LPN:

* Prepare patients pre-operatively and assist with surgical prep.

* Monitor patients in pre-op and post-op under RN supervision.

* Assist with vital signs, catheter insertion, and surgical checklist

procedures.

* Provide post-operative care including dressing changes and discharge

teaching under RN guidance.

* Cardiac Surgery LPN:

* Monitor vital signs, perform ECGs, and report abnormal findings to RN or

provider.

* Assist with post-op care such as wound care and activity support.

* Administer prescribed medications as allowed under LPN scope.

* Document patient status and support recovery milestones.

* Endoscopy LPN:

* Prepare patients for procedures by reviewing intake forms and obtaining

vitals.

* Assist in positioning patients and providing emotional support.

* Monitor patients during recovery and provide post-procedure education under

RN guidance.

* Clean and restock procedure rooms and ensure equipment is prepped.

* Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Postpartum/Nursery LPN:

* Assist with maternal vital sign monitoring and postpartum care.

* Provide newborn care including bathing, feeding support, and diaper

changes.

* Administer prescribed medications to mothers and newborns within scope.

* Support breastfeeding education and routine screenings under RN direction.

* Assist with documentation and family education.

* Oncology LPN:

* Provide supportive care including medication administration, hygiene, and

comfort.

* Monitor for side effects and report findings to RN or provider.

* Offer emotional support and reinforce education provided by RNs.

* Assist with central line dressing changes (if trained) and symptom

tracking.

* Orthopedics LPN:

* Assist with mobility, transfers, and use of assistive devices.

* Apply braces, splints, or slings as directed.

* Provide pain medication as prescribed.

* Monitor neurovascular status and report changes.

* Support patient education and discharge instructions under RN guidance.

* Telemetry LPN:

* Record and report cardiac telemetry readings (but do not interpret them).

* Monitor vital signs and provide basic care.

* Administer medications and support patients with cardiac diagnoses.

* Report any changes in rhythm or condition to the RN or provider.

* Dialysis LPN:

* Take vital signs and prepare the patient for treatment.

* Monitor patients during dialysis and report any concerns.

* Provide comfort and reinforce post-treatment instructions.

* Support patient mobility and hygiene.

* Cath Lab LPN:

* Prepare patient for procedure (vitals, consent form verification).

* Start IVs (if trained and permitted), administer oral pre-meds.

* Monitor patient post-procedure, check dressing sites, and assist with

discharge.

* Provide patient education under RN guidance.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

* Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

* Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

* 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and

patient care practices.

* Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.

* Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and

healthcare teams.

* Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.

* Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory

requirements.

* Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.

Licenses and Certifications

* LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or

* LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required

* BCLS - Basic Life Support required

* ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

State Specific Requirements

* Alabama: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced

Life Support (PALS) certifications required. Crisis Prevention Intervention

(CPI) certification required.

* Florida: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life

Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications

required.

* Georgia: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life

Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications

within 90 days of employment required.

* Indiana: CPR certification within 90 days of employment required.

* Mississippi: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced

Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications

required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.

* New Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced

Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications

required. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification and National

Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification required. STABLE

certification required within 6 months of employment.

* North Carolina: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric

Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

certifications required.

* Oklahoma: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced

Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications

required.

* Pennsylvania: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

required.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U. S. for an employer.

Key Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides essential nursing care under the supervision of Registered Nurses, including conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care while collaborating with the healthcare team to support positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

BLS

Key Skills

Vital signs monitoringInterdisciplinary collaborationEmergency responseCardiac monitoringPatient triage

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Practical Nurse - Family Medicine - Vicksburg at Community Health Systems Professional Services a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in LPN roles — ranked against 130 active LPN roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Family Medicine Career Context

Family Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Mississippi is 87.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.9% of Mississippi clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

7.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 10% in LPN roles

  • No call
  • No weekends

Living in Vicksburg

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$175k
Typical market rent
$840/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Community Health Systems Professional Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Franklin, TN
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
401(k) with company match
Career development and advancement pathways
Licensure and certification reimbursement
Student loan support for eligible roles
Employee rewards and recognition programs