LPN - Oncology

Southeast Hospital; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Ft Smith in Fort Smith, AR seeks an LPN to provide patient care under supervision, using the nursing process and coordinating with other departments to ensure safe, effective treatment.

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program with an active LPN license is required; Basic Life Support is required or obtained within 30 days; IV certification preferred within 1 year of hire.

Qualifications

• Uses the nursing process to provide patient care under supervision.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains professional accountability for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process.
• Coordinate care with other departments to ensure continuity.
• Maintain accountability for nursing duties and patient outcomes.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Interdepartment 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.

Position Details

• Fort Smith, Arkansas
• Nursing
• Nursing
• Regular
• Full-time
• Mercy Hospital Ft Smith
• JR268179

Minimum 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.

Experience

Can be new or experienced LPN.

Certifications

Basic Life Support certification or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

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:

• 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.

Preferred Certifications

IV Certification within 1 year of hire.

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.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

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.