Primary Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Mercy; Dexter (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Primary Care Assistant LPN to join our day-shift primary care team. You will provide direct patient care, take vitals, administer medications, perform point-of-care testing, and support providers with exams and treatments.

You’ll coordinate patient flow, document accurately in the EHR, and educate patients on care plans and preventive health. You will work in a collaborative environment with nurses, physicians, and support staff to deliver safe, high-quality,

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in good standing.
• Experience in primary care or clinical setting preferred.
• Ability to perform vitals, basic assessments, and point-of-care testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on day shift.
• Take and document vital signs accurately.
• Administer prescribed medications.
• Perform point-of-care tests and assist with exams.
• Educate patients on care plans and preventive health.
• Coordinate patient flow and maintain accurate EHR documentation.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and staff to ensure safe, high-quality care.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

EHR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Primary Care Assistant LPN to join our day-shift primary care team. In this role, you’ll provide direct patient care, take vitals, administer medications, perform point-of-care testing, and support providers with exams and treatments. You’ll coordinate patient flow, document accurately in the EHR, and educate patients on care plans and preventive health. Working in a collaborative, compassionate environment, you’ll partner with nurses, physicians, and support staff to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care and contribute to Mercy’s mission of improving community health.