Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Oncology Services - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Springfield, Ohio, to provide safe and efficient nursing care. Responsibilities include direct patient care, medication administration, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Candidates must hold a High School Degree or GED, complete an accredited LPN program, and have current state licensure. The job offers competitive pay, medical benefits, paid time off, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as an LPN or LPN applicant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
• One year of clinical patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and efficient nursing care to patients.
• Assist with patient care under the direction of licensed healthcare professionals.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

Skills

Patient care

Basic nursing care

Medication administration

Phlebotomy

Education

High School Degree or GED

Completion of an accredited LPN Program

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

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)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].