Medical-Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy’s 6 Surgical unit seeks an LPN to deliver bedside care to postoperative and medical-surgical patients. You will work closely with RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to perform focused assessments and monitor vital signs.

You’ll educate patients and families on procedures and discharge plans, assist with wound care, administer medications, and document accurately in the EMR. This role emphasizes compassionate care, collaboration, and ongoing clinical growth.

Qualifications

• LPN license required in Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bedside care to postoperative and medical-surgical patients.
• Perform focused assessments and monitor vital signs.
• Provide wound care and administer medications.
• Support early mobility and recovery.
• Educate patients and families on procedures and discharge plans; document in EMR.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Education

LPN license (Missouri)

Job description

As an LPN on Mercy’s 6 Surgical unit, you will deliver compassionate bedside care to post-operative and medical-surgical patients. Working closely with RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team, you’ll perform focused assessments, monitor vital signs, provide wound care, administer medications, and support early mobility and recovery. You’ll educate patients and families on procedures and discharge plans while documenting accurately in the EMR. Mercy’s collaborative, mission-driven environment offers ongoing training, clinical growth, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes every shift.