Licensed Practical Nurse - Surgical 4 (4400/4500) Nights

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the care team delivering compassionate patient care. You will collaborate with RNs and the multidisciplinary team to support assessments, care coordination, education, and safe patient experiences.

This part-time position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to state licensing, and timely communication. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow in a faith-based healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current AR LPN license or eligibility.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• IV certification and unit-specific certifications preferred.
• Previous clinical nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the LPN scope.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, patient assessments, and care planning.
• Communicate patient conditions to the RN and care team.
• Support patient and family education.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to promote outcomes.
• Delegate and guide support staff as appropriate.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and unit activities.

Skills

Collaboration with care team

Patient education

Safety focus

Education

Practical Nursing diploma

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Join Mercy as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and play a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care. In this position, you will collaborate with Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary care team to support patient assessments, coordinate care, provide education, monitor patient progress, and ensure a safe and positive patient experience.

Position Details

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Part-Time

What You'll Do

• Provide direct patient care within the LPN scope of practice.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, patient assessments, and care planning.
• Communicate patient conditions and changes to the RN and care team.
• Support patient and family education.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Delegate and guide support staff as appropriate.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and unit-based activities.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current LPN license in the state of Arkansas (or eligibility to obtain).
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred

• IV certification and other unit-specific certifications as required.
• Previous clinical nursing experience.

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.