Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Care (Full Time)

mercy; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an LPN to provide patient care under supervision, using the nursing process. You will coordinate patient care with other departments while maintaining patient rights and confidentiality.

The role emphasizes professional accountability and alignment with Mercy Service Standards as part of a caring, collaborative team. A valid LPN license and BLS are required, with state-specific licensure maintained throughout employment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and obtain/maintain LPN license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• LPN-IV Certification must be completed prior to or within 3 months of hire.
• Must meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of licensed personnel.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information at all times.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments and team members.
• Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Care coordination

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

LPN license (current in hiring state)

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.

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:

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 grow with us.