LPN (Neuro) – PRN – Mercy Jefferson

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC seeks a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care in a neuro and pulmonary stroke unit. The role uses the nursing process under supervision to ensure patient rights and confidentiality are maintained.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient care and performing complex assessments for COPD, respiratory failure, asthma, and pneumonia. The position requires a practical nursing degree, a current LPN license or ability to obtain within 90 days,

Qualifications

• LPN license required or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• BLS certification (required at hire).
• IV certification expected within one year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care for neuro and pulmonary stroke units.
• Perform complex assessments for COPD, respiratory failure, asthma and pneumonia.
• Monitor neuro patients for subtle changes, especially post-stroke or TIAs.
• Deliver care under supervision of licensed healthcare professionals.

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care in a neuro and pulmonary stroke unit. The role involves utilizing the nursing process to deliver care under the supervision of licensed healthcare professionals, ensuring patient rights and confidentiality are maintained. Responsibilities include coordinating patient care, performing complex assessments for pulmonary conditions such as COPD, respiratory failure, asthma, and pneumonia, and monitoring neuro patients for subtle changes, especially those with stroke or TIA. The position requires a practical nursing degree from an accredited school, a current LPN license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days, and BLS certification. IV certification is expected within one year. The role offers a collaborative environment focused on compassionate, innovative care with benefits like medical coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and retirement plans.