Licensed Practical Nurse, Orthopedics

Mercyhealth; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimburse-

Well-being Programs

Employee Discounts

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Mercyhealth Lake Geneva Clinic in Lake Geneva, WI seeks a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to support orthopedic patient care. You will room patients, collect data, assist with exams, administer medications, and perform basic labs and EKGs while documenting care.

The role involves coordinating referrals, educating patients, and contributing to quality improvement with the care team. Minimum LPN education and Wisconsin licensure required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• Licensed as an LPN in the state of practice.
• CPR or BLS certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and collect health information for exams.
• Administer injections and medications as ordered.
• Perform EKGs, basic lab tests, and venipuncture when needed.
• Document care in the medical record and coordinate referrals.
• Assist with examinations, treatments, and clinic procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs assessment

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

## Licensed Practical Nurse, OrthopedicsApply: Mercyhealth Physician Clinic - Lake Geneva, WI: Mercyhealth Lake Geneva - Lake Geneva, WI: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-03169**OVERVIEW** The LPN supports patient care by rooming patients, collecting health information, assisting with exams and treatments, giving medications, performing basic lab tests and EKGs, and documenting care. They also help with referrals, patient education, supplies, and quality improvement while working with providers and nurses to meet patient needs. **SCHEDULE:** 32-hours per week **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Rooms patients, collects assessment data and prepares patient according to specific need.* Collects patient data and documents in the medical record.* Prepares and maintains patient charts.* Assists in examination, treatment and other clinic procedures.* Administers injections and medications as ordered and directed.* Reviews physician's orders, lab requests, or follow-up needs with patient.* Assists with laboratory procedures, screening tests and QI projects* Answers telephone and either responds to inquiry or directs caller to appropriate personnel for triage* Documents according to standards of care.* Provides patient treatments as ordered.* Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and other physician offices* Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the provider or RN.* Perform the duties of a clinic LPN within alignment to LPN scope of practice.* Assist with clinic projects and assignments and nursing initiatives.* May provide feedback for evaluation or participate in peer review.* Assists with preparation of staff for surveys.* Monitors compliance with clinic initiatives as assigned* Administers specified medications and nursing interventions as allowed by policy and procedure, licensure, and State Practice Act.* Reinforces patient teaching provided by Provider and RN.* Provides basic healthcare instruction to family and patient.* Performs EKG's and simple lab tests as needed.* Performs venipuncture to collect blood specimens.* Participates in QA & I.* Orders and maintains supplies.**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE*** Graduate of an accredited LPN Program OR* Wisconsin: Have completed the portion of the RN Program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing.* Illinois: Have completed the designated curriculum of a Ladder Option Approved Designated RN Program.* Experience in clinical setting preferred.**CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE*** Licensed as an LPN in the State of Practice* Approved CPR or BLS certification within 90 days**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES** N/A**LEVEL OF SUPERVISION**This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but the incumbent must make minor decisions in order to adapt to routine situations.**SUPERVISES**N/A**PAY RANGE:**$22.28 - $35.66Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunities