Licensed Practical Nurse - Surgery Center

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans matching

Job summary

Mercy in Fort Smith, AR is seeking an LPN to join our nursing team. You will use the nursing process to deliver patient care under supervision, coordinate with other departments, and uphold patient rights and confidentiality.

The role supports Mercy's mission with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your voice matters. Candidates may be new or experienced; licensure in the hiring state is required along with any unit-specific certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; LPN license required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain LPN license in the hiring state.
• Basic Life Support certification or completion within 30 days of hire.
• LPN-IV Certification completed or within 3 months for LPNs in practice.
• ACLS/ALS, PALS, PEARS or similar certifications may be required based on unit.
• Other unit-specific certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under supervision.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Performs duties in alignment with Mercy mission, values, and service standards.

Skills

Patient care

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

LPN-IV Certification

ACLS

PALS

PEARS

S.T.A.B.L.E.

Other unit-specific certifications

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

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

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.

• - 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.
• - 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.