Specialty LPN - Palliative Care, Full Time

Mercy; Republic (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide high‑quality patient care under supervision and within the established nursing process. You will be accountable for patient care and coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless treatment.

The role welcomes both new and experienced LPNs and requires LPN licensure in the hiring state and current BLS certification or completion within 30 days of hire. Certifications such as ACLS, PALS, PEARS, S.T.A.B.L.E.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• LPN license in the hiring state.
• Can be new or experienced LPN.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS, PALS, PEARS, S.T.A.B.L.E., and other unit-specific certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process under supervision.
• Maintain professional accountability for patient care.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

Graduate of 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.