Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, Ortho, FT

Mercy Co; Concord (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Orthopedics department. This full-time position is 36 hours per week, with a night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. A sign-on bonus is available up to $2,000 for eligible caregivers.

Responsibilities include applying the nursing process, coordinating patient care with other departments, and maintaining patient rights and confidentiality. LPN licensure in Missouri and BLS are required, with LPN-IV certification due within 3 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program is required.
• Current LPN license in Missouri and active Board of Nursing compliance.
• BLS certification within the required timeframe.
• LPN-IV Certification completed prior to hire or within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process under supervision.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Adhere to Mercy Service Standards and mission values.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Position Details

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Orthopedics

Location

Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, Missouri 63128

Schedule

Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Shift

Day Shift | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Sign-On Bonus

Up to $2,000 for part-time and full-time caregivers

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
• Must hold and maintain a current LPN license in Missouri and meet all State Board of Nursing requirements

Experience

• New graduates and experienced LPNs welcome

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (or within 30 days of hire)
• LPN-IV Certification completed prior to hire or within 3 months (up to 1 year based on unit requirements)

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking throughout shift
• Significant bending, stooping, and patient lifting/turning with assistance
• Ability to push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs

Why Mercy?

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period

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