Specialty-LPN Heartcare Clinic

Mercy; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Mercy seeks an LPN to apply the nursing process to patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will maintain accountability and coordinate care with other departments to ensure safe, effective care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited practical nursing program, current LPN license in Missouri, and Basic Life Support. Additional unit-specific certifications may be required; position involves standing/walking and lifting during shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited practical nursing program.
• Current LPN license in Missouri.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• One or more unit-specific certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Apply the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintain professional accountability for patient care.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments and under RN supervision.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Coordination with departments

RN supervision

Education

Practical nursing diploma

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 through the American Heart Association 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 (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

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.