Ada - Licensed Practical Nurse - Full time / days

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Ada (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient-centered care under supervision, following the nursing process and Mercy Service Standards. The role involves coordinating care across departments, ensuring patient rights and confidentiality, and maintaining accountability under state licensure requirements.

Education begins with a high school diploma or GED; licensure as an LPN in the hiring state is mandatory. Both new graduates and experienced LPNs are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Must obtain and maintain a current LPN license in the hiring state.
• New or experienced LPNs are acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process under supervision of a licensed clinician.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments while maintaining patient rights and confidentiality.
• Comply with Mercy mission, values and standards of care.

Skills

LPN

Nursing process

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Licensure: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure. Is personally responsible for obtaining and maintaining a current LPN license within the hiring state in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.

Physical Requirements/Demands: Stand/Walk most of the time on duty; significant amount of bending and stooping, as well as lifting and turning patients with assistance; push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds.

Experience: Can be new or experienced LPN.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support certification or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
• LPN-IV Certification must be previously completed or successful completion of course within 3 months of hire for LPNs in the state of practice.

NOTE: One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:

• ACLS/ALS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules
• Other unit-specific certifications as required.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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