Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Renal Vascular - Lourdes Hospital

Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Kentucky is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for acute care at Lourdes Hospital. The LPN delivers safe patient care under the supervision of RNs and physicians, performing nursing interventions and clerical tasks to support direct patient care.

You will administer medications, contribute to care plans, perform phlebotomy, and collaborate with the care team in a fast-paced hospital setting. A valid LPN license, BLS, and EPIC EHR familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of an accredited LPN program is required.
• Current state LPN licensure or active LPN licensure application.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Gives direct nursing care under supervision of RNs or physicians.
• Implements care plans with input from the care team.
• Performs phlebotomy services as needed.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments within scope.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Direct patient care

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited LPN program completion

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

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.

Mercy Health

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) Acute Care – Lourdes Hospital

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)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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]