Specialty LPN - Full Time - Mercy Neuroscience Center

Mercy; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Edmond, OK is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide patient care under supervision. You will apply the nursing process, coordinate with other departments, and maintain accountability for care delivered. A current LPN license in the state and BLS are required, with unit-specific certifications possible.

Preferred certifications include IV within one year. The role emphasizes standing and lifting patients, collaboration, and delivering compassionate care within Mercy's

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program or equivalent education.
• Must maintain a current LPN license in the hiring state.
• Basic Life Support certification or complete within 30 days of hire.
• Unit-specific certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under supervision.
• Maintains professional accountability for patient care.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license

Graduate of accredited practical nursing program

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.

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 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/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.
• 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 Qualifications:

• Preferred Certifications: IV Certification within 1 year of hire.

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.