LPN - Neuro Trama Intermediate

Mercy Health; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate Nurse Sign On Bonus $2,000

Experienced LPN Sign On Bonus up to $+

PTO Frontload up to 40 hours (fulltime

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Springfield, MO seeks an LPN for 6D Neuro Trauma Intermediate PCU, a unit handling high-acuity postoperative trauma, stroke patients, and medical overflow with cross-training opportunities. Open to new grads or experienced LPNs.

The hospital offers a sign-on bonus, frontloaded PTO, and a benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans for eligible staff. You will provide compassionate, hands-on nursing care, maintain patient safety, and collaborate with a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current LPN license for the hiring state and ability to obtain/maintain licensure.
• Stand/walk for long periods; lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• BLS certification required; IV certification preferred.
• New or experienced LPN applicants welcome.

Skills

LPN care

Nursing assessment

BLS certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

Current LPN licensure in hiring state

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Position Details:

Graduate Nurse Sign On Bonus $2,000

Experienced LPN up to Sign On Bonus $10,000

PTO Frontload up to 40 hours for full time experienced LPN's

6D Neuro Trauma Intermediate PCU:

6D is an intermediate ICU otherwise called a Progressive Care Unit. The unit includes a 16 bed fully monitored unit. We provide high acuity care to critically ill post-operative traumas, stroke patients, and medical overflow. Common therapies seen on 6D are lumbar drain management, external ventricular drain management, antidysrhythmic/calcium channel blocking drips, low dose vasopressors, Bipap and high flow oxygen systems, insulin drips, and precedex. 6D works closely with Cardiovascular PCU and there are opportunities to cross train between departments. We are part of the Critical Care Cluster, which includes all ICUs and PCUs.

6D offers you the chance to deliver compassionate care in a setting that is busy, team oriented, and fulfilling. Learning opportunities are endless and team members are dedicated to mentoring. Career path programs are available to transition into ICU units with an 18-month track.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure.
• 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 through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred Certifications: IV Certification.

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.