Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse

Mercy; Missouri; On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Graduate LPN to join our Surgical 3B unit. You’ll deliver compassionate bedside care, administer medications, support post‑operative recovery, and assist with surgical preparations under RN and physician direction.

You’ll monitor vital signs, document in the EMR, educate patients and families, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, as Mercy offers professional growth and advancement opportunities within a leading Midwest healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Requires LPN license in Missouri.
• Surgical unit experience preferred.
• Ability to work under RN and physician supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bedside nursing to post-operative patients.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Support post‑operative recovery and readiness for discharge.
• Assist with surgical preparations under RN direction.
• Monitor and document vital signs in EMR.
• Educate patients and families about care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain a compassionate and safe patient environment.

Skills

Bedside care

Vital signs

EMR documentation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Graduate LPN to join our Surgical 3B unit. In this role, you’ll deliver compassionate bedside care, administer medications, support post‑operative recovery, and assist with surgical preparations under RN and physician direction. You’ll monitor vital signs, document in the EMR, educate patients and families, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Mercy offers a supportive culture focused on professional growth, continuous learning, and advancement opportunities within a leading Midwest healthcare system.