LPN - Med Surg, Nights

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital South is seeking an LPN for Med/Surg to deliver nursing care under supervision, using the nursing process and coordinating with other departments.

The role requires graduation from a accredited Practical Nursing program and an active LPN license in Missouri. Night shift hours are 7:00pm–7:30am, with a $2,000 sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and tuition support.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Must obtain and maintain a current LPN license in the state where nursing duties are performed.
• BLS within 30 days of hire; ACLS/PALS/PEARS/STABLE may be required depending on unit.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under licensed supervision.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Contributes to quality and safety initiatives as part of the care team.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Team coordination

Education

Practical Nursing program

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.

Position Details

LPN - Med/ Surg

Mercy Hospital South

Night Shift - 7:00pm - 7:30am

$2,000 Sign on Bonus!

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program. Consideration will be given to candidates with comparable education, relevant experience, and successful licensure
• Licensure: Must obtain and maintain a current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state where nursing duties are performed. The individual is responsible for meeting and maintaining all State Board of Nursing requirements.

Required

One or more of the following certifications may be required based on the position, unit assignment, or must be obtained within the department's specified timeframe:

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Program (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, and Emotional Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) through the American Heart Association (required within 30 days of hire)
• LPN-IV Certification (Missouri only) - must be completed prior to hire or within 3 months of hire
• Additional unit-specific certifications as required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout each shift
• Ability to perform essential physical functions, including gripping, reaching, bending, kneeling, twisting, and squatting to carry out job responsibilities

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• 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.