LPN - River Valley Clinic

Southeast Hospital; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Clinics Ft Smith seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient care under supervision, using the nursing process and coordinating with other departments.

Requires graduation from an accredited LPN program, active AR LPN licensure, and Basic Life Support certification. ACLS/PALS or other certifications may be required based on unit needs. Mercy offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development, with a supportive team and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current LPN license in the hiring state.
• Experience can be new or with previous nursing work.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• IV certification preferred within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.

Skills

Nursing

Education

LPN education

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.

• Fort Smith, Arkansas
• Nursing
• Nursing
• Regular
• Full-time
• Mercy Clinics Ft Smith
• JR262645

Position Details

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 through the American Heart Association 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 (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

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

Preferred Certifications: IV Certification within 1 year of hire

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.