Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Rural Health Med Program Inc
Location: Selma
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Summary The Licensed Practical
Nurse (LPN) functions under the supervision of the Director of
Nursing and performs delegated patient care functions. The work
that is performed is done under the established policies and
procedures of the organization and within the educational
preparation and regulatory requirements for licensure. The LPN will
be expected to assess and analyze a given situation and make
decisions within the limits of licensed practice. Trains and
supports new staff with enthusiasm and actively promotes activities
to help them successfully assimilate into the work area. Education
Licensed Practical Nurse degree Experience One year experience in a
clinical setting is preferred. Licenses, Certification, and/or
Registrations Current licensure by the Alabama Board of Nursing and
must be Certified to practice Nursing in the State of Alabama. BLS
certification. Behavioral Responsibilities Utilizes appropriate
communication and displays compassion in exceeding customer
expectations. Applies principles of teamwork and quality to job
responsibilities and includes customer satisfaction goals.
Demonstrate integrity and responsibilities related to organization
operations, safety, and education. Duties & Responsibilities Work
under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, physician(s),
nurse practitioner(s), and/or RN; and within the approved policies
and procedures established for the Rural Health Medical Program,
Inc. Provide high-quality health care services. Assist Providers
and Professional Nurses in routine health care (documenting
accurate patient data in EHR). Take vital signs and record, collect
specimens, analyze or prepare for transport, and maintain patient
and informational confidentiality. Clean examination rooms after
each patient, maintain a clean and orderly working environment, and
administer medication under professional supervision. Prepare
patients for examination, assist with treatments, and assist in
patient education with EHR. Assist in the maintenance of a patient
tracking system and maintain patient health records with the EHR
System. Demonstrate professional etiquette at all times, including
answering phones, and addressing patients, staff, and visitors.
Administer first aid and emergencies. Comply with all RHMPI
policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and
Policy and Procedure Manuals. Any other duties that may be asked of
you that may not be stated here to perform your job. Performs
additional duties as assigned by immediate supervisor’s approval.
Working Conditions This position requires manual and finger
dexterity and eye-hand coordination for easy and skillful use of
hands when working with and performing normal office duties and
responsibilities. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit,
climb, balance, stoop, crouch, kneel, and reach with hands and arms
frequently. Good listening skills are necessary to receive detailed
information via oral and or written communication(s) and to make
objective nondiscrimination decisions. Visual acuity is needed to
assess color changes, to verify accuracy of written materials, and
to accurately prepare and administer medications. Language
Skills/Specialized Skills Ability to read, speak effectively,
analyze, and interpret documents. Must be able to collect accurate
patient data and document it in the EHR System. Must be able to
perform all clinical nursing tasks under the supervision of an
RHMPI Physician or Quality Coordinator/Director of Nursing. Must
have good interpersonal and communication skills. Computer Skills
Proficient in document creation and utilization of specific
computer programs including Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel,
PowerPoint and Publisher) and other tools such as Canva, Prezi, and
Poster my Call, Electronic Health Records, Population Health
Management Systems. Proficient in software implementations and
management preferred. * You may also visit us on LinkedIn at
https://www.linkedin.com/company/rhmpi/
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