Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Care (Full Time)

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an LPN to provide patient care under supervision, following the nursing process. You will coordinate with other departments and ensure patient rights and confidentiality are maintained in line with Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, an accredited LPN program, and an active LPN license. Certifications such as BLS (mandatory), LPN-IV, ACLS/PALS/PEARS, and ST.A.B.L.E. may be required within the department timeframe.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program with an active LPN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association.
• LPN-IV Certification or plan to obtain within 3 months of hire.
• ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and ST.A.B.L.E. certifications or plan to obtain as required.
• Unit-specific certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process under supervision of licensed professionals.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.

Education

High school diploma or GED

LPN license

Job description

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 Other: Preferred Education: Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: Preferred Certifications: Preferred Other:

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)
• 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

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 Other: Preferred Education: Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: Preferred Certifications: Preferred Other:

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)
• 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.