Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Care (Full Time)

Mercy; Guthrie (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Mercy in Guthrie, OK seeks a practical nurse (LPN) to provide patient care using the nursing process under licensed supervision. You will coordinate with other departments, protect patient rights, and uphold Mercy Service Standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited LPN program, and an active LPN license in the hiring state. BLS and LPN-IV certifications are expected, with ACLS/PALS/PEARS/STABLE per unit needs.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Licensure: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; maintain LPN license.
• Physical: Stand/walk most of shift; lift and turn patients with assistance; up to 50 pounds.
• Experience: New or experienced LPN welcome.
• Certifications: BLS; LPN-IV; ACLS/PALS/PEARS/STABLE as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under supervision.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments and maintains patient rights.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to Mercy Service Standards.
• Provides care under supervision of licensed providers as required.

Skills

Experience level: LPN

Nursing process

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

LPN license in hiring state

Tools

BLS Certification

LPN-IV Certification

ACLS

PALS

PEARS

STABLE

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview: 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:

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 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 through the American Heart Association 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 (range from upon hire to within 1 year)
• 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 (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

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.