Specialty LPN - Palliative Care, Full Time

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

Job summary

Mercy is hiring an LPN to provide patient care under supervision, using the nursing process and maintaining accountability for quality care. You will coordinate patient care with other departments and ensure licensing requirements are met in Missouri.

The role supports Mercy’s collaborative care model and requires flexibility to work across units. Mercy offers strong benefits for full-time staff and opportunities to grow within a leading healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a current LPN license in the hiring state.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program or equivalent experience.
• BLS certification required or completed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under supervision of licensed personnel.
• Maintains professional accountability for patient care and coordinates with other departments.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an 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 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:

• 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.