Primary Care Assistant - LPN (PRN, Days)

Mercy Co; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement match

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast-Primary Care in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a qualified LPN to support our Primary Care Providers. As a Patient Care LPN, you will deliver safe, timely, patient-centered care in collaboration with the care team.

This PRN, day-shift role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and flexibility as you contribute to quality outcomes and Mercy Service Standards. Join a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Licensed as an LPN in the state of practice.
• Preferred experience: 6 months clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office.

Responsibilities

• Assist Mercy Primary Care Providers to deliver safe, timely, effective, patient-centered care.
• Collaborate with the care team to drive quality outcomes for patients.
• Support patient flow and ensure efficient, compassionate care.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Flexibility

Detail-oriented

Self-directed

Education

LPN license

Graduate of accredited practical nursing program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Profile Summary Under the direction of the primary care operations team, the Primary Care Patient Care LPN works directly with Mercy Primary Care Providers to provide safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, patient-centered care in a systematic way. The Primary Care Patient Care LPN will partner with patients, providers, and other members of the clinical care team to drive quality outcomes for all patients. Duties and responsibilities will be performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Location

Mercy Hospital Southeast-Primary Care

817 S Mount Auburn Road

Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Hours/Schedule

PRN

Shift

Days

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Licensure: Licensed as an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) in the state of practice.
• Preferred Experience: 6 months clinical healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care office.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Works well as a member of a team and willing to collaborate with all members of the care team
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Customer service orientation
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Flexible and positive attitude
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Self-directed and able to perform tasks that are in scope of practice independently with minimal oversight

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.

Keyword(s): LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, RN, GN