Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Rehabilitation - FT Nights

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital (Fort Smith); Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Well-being programs

Job summary

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Rehab unit on a PRN night schedule. You will provide compassionate patient care, monitor conditions, administer treatments, and collaborate with RNs and the care team to support recovery and safety.

The role requires an Arkansas LPN license, an Associate's degree, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. One year of prior LPN experience is preferred, and you will work in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• One year prior LPN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and administer treatments.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Collaborate with RNs and the care team to support recovery.
• Utilize plan-of-care and hospital technology to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgement

Work with minimal supervision

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Mercy Ft. Smith Rehab Hospital:Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | RehabJob Type: PRN | Night

Your experience matters: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith AtMercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

Join our team in Rehabilitation where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Registered Nurses (RNs). You will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

How you'll contribute

You will make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

Why Join Us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we are looking for:

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Experience: One year previous experience preferred
• Licenses: Active Arkansas or compact state LPN license required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.
• Education: Associate's Degree required

About our Health System

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smith is a 50-bed hospital located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smithis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Fort Smithis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.