Licensed Practical Nurse- Med/Tele (Part-Time)

Mercy Co; Bella Vista (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support (RN to BSN)

Paid time off

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Bella Vista, AR is seeking an LPN to join our Med/Tele unit with cardiac overflow and oncology focus. You will provide direct patient care, monitor vitals, administer medications, assist with treatments, and collaborate with physicians, RNs, and support staff to ensure safe, compassionate care for postoperative and complex patients.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited practical nursing program and an active LPN license in Arkansas.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Must have or obtain an active LPN license in the hiring state.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside nursing on the Med/Tele unit with cardiac overflow and oncology focus.
• Monitor patient vitals, administer medications, and assist with treatments.
• Collaborate with physicians, RNs, and support staff to ensure safe, compassionate care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Communication

Education

Graduate of accredited practical nursing program

Active LPN license (Arkansas)

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Records)

Vital signs monitoring

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Position Details

Med/Tele is a medical/telemetry floor taking general Med/Surg patients with Cardiac overflow and an Oncology focus. The patient population includes post op general surgery patients, Chest Pain, Cardiac Arrythmias, and oncology patients requiring chemotherapy. Drips on the unit include Amio, Cardizem and other cardiac drips that do not titrate. Many of our patients have chest tubes and surgical drains. Acuity is really varied.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure.

Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining and maintaining a current LPN license within the hiring state in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.

Certification(s)

NOTE: One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:

• ACLS/ALS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
• LPN-IV Certification must be previously completed or successful completion of course within 3 months of hire for LPNs in the state of practice.
• Other unit-specific certifications as required.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support including RN to BSN Assistance, 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.

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.