Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Acute Rehab Center - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health BSMH • Springfield, OH

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About The Position

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities. As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. The LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) delivers safe and efficient care to patients using nursing interventions. The LPN is responsible for general clinical and clerical duties associated with direct and indirect patient care. As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

Requirements

• High School Degree or GED
• Completion of an accredited LPN (Licensed Practical Nursing) Program
• Current state licensure as an LPN or LPN applicant (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred, not required)
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class with a passing grade on exam (required for Telemetry/Remote Telemetry units)

Nice To Haves

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred, not required)
• One year of clinical patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN) in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred, not required)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred, not required)

Responsibilities

• Gives direct nursing care and assists with care of the patient at the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Advanced Practice Nurse
• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
• Performs phlebotomy services
• Contributes to the plan of care with input from patient/family and other members of the healthcare team
• Administers ordered medications and treatments, within scope of care, prescribed by a Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner while using appropriate medical equipment as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees