Licensed Practical Nurse - Surgery Center

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Fort Smith, AR seeks an LPN to apply the nursing process and deliver patient care under RN supervision, with a focus on patient rights and confidentiality. You will coordinate care with other departments and uphold Mercy Service Standards while supporting a compassionate, collaborative team.

Education includes a high school diploma or GED, plus graduation from an accredited practical nursing program and active LPN licensure in the hiring state.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Licensure:Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; maintain LPN license in state of practice.
• Physical Requirements/Demands: Stand/walk, bend, lift, and assist with turning patients.
• Experience: Can be new or experienced LPN.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under RN supervision.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in accordance with Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Coordination with departments

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

LPN license

Tools

Basic Life Support

LPN-IV Certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Minimum Qualifications

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Licensure: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful 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. Physical Requirements/Demands: Stand/Walk most of the time on duty; significant amount of bending and stooping, as well as lifting and turning patients with assistance; push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds. Experience: Can be new or experienced LPN.

Certifications

• 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.

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
• Other unit-specific certifications as required.

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.