LPN-Weekend- Surgical ICU Nights

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Tuition assistance

Pension/retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide patient care under supervision, using the nursing process and coordinating with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality, adhering to Mercy Service Standards.

Education: Graduate of accredited practical nursing program with licensure; Licensure required in hiring state. Certifications: BLS required or completed within 30 days; LPN-IV certification may be required for certain units.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program or comparable experience with licensure.
• Licensure: Must obtain and maintain a current LPN license in the hiring state.
• Experience: Can be new or experienced LPN.
• Certifications: BLS required or completed within 30 days; LPN-IV certification within 3 months where required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under supervision of a licensed practitioner.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments and Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Team coordination

Education

LPN license

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. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

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 or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
• LPN-IV Certification must be previously completed or successful completion of course within 3 months of hire for LPNs in the state of practice.

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: LPN-IV Certification must be previously completed or successful completion of course within 3 months of hire.

Preferred Other:

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.