Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med Surg - Ortho - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and patient-focused organization as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Springfield. In this role, you will deliver safe and efficient care to patients, performing essential nursing duties and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This position offers a supportive environment where you can thrive and make a meaningful impact on the community's health. With a commitment to excellence and respect, this healthcare provider values individuals who share their dedication to service and stewardship. If you are passionate about nursing and patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance with AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Must possess current state licensure as an LPN or LPN applicant.
• One year of clinical patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under the direction of healthcare professionals.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

Skills

Patient Care

Nursing Interventions

Phlebotomy

Medication Administration

Education

High School Degree or GED

Completion of accredited LPN Program

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Days (United States of America)

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) - Med Surg Ortho - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Job Summary:

The LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) delivers safe and efficient care to patients using nursing interventions. The LPN is responsible for general clinical and clerical duties associated with direct and indirect patient care.

Essential Functions:

• Gives direct nursing care and assists with care of the patient at the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Advanced Practice Nurse
• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
• Performs phlebotomy services
• Contributes to the plan of care with input from patient/family and other members of the healthcare team
• Administers ordered medications and treatments, within scope of care, prescribed by a Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner while using appropriate medical equipment as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High School Degree or GED
• Completion of an accredited LPN (Licensed Practical Nursing) Program

Certifications:

• Current state licensure as an LPN or LPN applicant (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred, not required)

Experience:

• One year of clinical patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN) in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred, not required)

Training:

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred, not required)
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class with a passing grade on exam (required for Telemetry/Remote Telemetry units)

Benefits:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.