Rule 15-16-1-1.18.4 - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) The LPN must work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and perform skilled services as delegated by the registered nurse.
1. Qualifications - A LPN must be currently licensed by the Mississippi State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners with no restrictions:A. With at least one-year full time experience as an LPN. Two years of fulltime experience is preferred;B. Be an employee of the hospice agency.2. Responsibilities - The LPN shall perform skilled nursing services under the supervision of a registered nurse, in a manner consistent with standards of practice, including but not limited to, such duties as follows: A. Observe, record, and report to the registered nurse or director of nurses on the general physical and mental conditions of the patient;B. Administer prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by State regulations;C. Assist the physician and/or registered nurse in performing procedures as per the patient's plan of care.D. Prepare equipment for treatments, including sterilization, and adherence to aseptic techniques;E. Assist the patient with activities of daily living;F. Prepare clinical and/or progress notes and incorporate them into the clinical record at least weekly;G. Perform wound care and treatments as specified per nursing practice and if training competency is documented;H. Accepts verbal/written orders from the physician or nurse practitioner or physician's assistant in accordance with facility policies; andI. Attend hospice IDG meetings.3. Restrictions - An LPN shall not:A. Access any intravenous appliance for any reason;B. Perform supervisory aide visit;C. Develop and/or alter the POC;D. Make an assessment visit;E. Evaluate recertification criteria;F. Make aide assignments; orG. Function as a supervisor of the nursing practice of any registered nurse.15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-1.18.4
Miss. Code Ann. § 41-85-7