Licensed Practical Nurse - Med Surg Stepdown (3400) Nights

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

Tuition Support

Retirement Matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an LPN to join a collaborative team dedicated to high-quality patient care. Under the direction of an RN, you will deliver patient-centered care, support treatment plans, monitor conditions, and assist with admissions, discharges, and education, across a range of units.

The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and adherence to hospital policies, with opportunities for ongoing education, competencies, and involvement in quality improvement initiatives within Mercy’s

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current LPN license in the state of practice.
• New graduates and experienced LPNs encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the LPN scope of practice.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, assessments, and care planning.
• Monitor patient conditions and promptly communicate changes to the RN.
• Participate in bedside shift reports, patient rounding, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Reinforce patient and family education.
• Delegate and support patient care activities for unlicensed assistive personnel as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow hospital policies and procedures.
• Complete required competencies, certifications, and ongoing education.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and department goals.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

Practical Nursing program graduate

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Join a team dedicated to providing high-quality patient care in a collaborative and supportive environment. The LPN works under the direction of a Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care, support treatment plans, monitor patient conditions, and assist with admissions, discharges, and patient education.

Position Details

• Provide direct patient care within the LPN scope of practice.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, assessments, and care planning.
• Monitor patient conditions and promptly communicate changes to the RN.
• Participate in bedside shift reports, patient rounding, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Reinforce patient and family education.
• Delegate and support patient care activities for unlicensed assistive personnel as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow hospital policies and procedures.
• Complete required competencies, certifications, and ongoing education.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and department goals.

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Join a team dedicated to providing high-quality patient care in a collaborative and supportive environment. The LPN works under the direction of a Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care, support treatment plans, monitor patient conditions, and assist with admissions, discharges, and patient education.

Position Details

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the LPN scope of practice.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, assessments, and care planning.
• Monitor patient conditions and promptly communicate changes to the RN.
• Participate in bedside shift reports, patient rounding, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Reinforce patient and family education.
• Delegate and support patient care activities for unlicensed assistive personnel as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow hospital policies and procedures.
• Complete required competencies, certifications, and ongoing education.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and department goals.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current LPN license in the state of practice.
• New graduates and experienced LPNs encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and patient care skills.

Certifications

• BLS (American Heart Association) required within 30 days of hire.
• IV Certification required upon hire or within 3 months of hire, based on department requirements.
• Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, PEARS, S.T.A.B.L.E., or other unit-specific certifications) may be required based on assignment.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.