LPN: Acute Surgical Care - PRN

University of Missouri•Columbia, MO

4d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is seeking a compassionate and confident Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our relentless pursuit of excellence in patient care at University Hospital. We're looking for someone who is not only skilled and detail-oriented but also curious and optimistic about making a real impact in the lives of patients recovering from acute illnesses or major surgeries. As a valued member of our team, you'll collaborate with dedicated professionals to deliver reliable, high-quality care while fostering trust and comfort with every interaction. If you're driven to save and improve lives and thrive in a supportive, innovative environment, we want you on our team. Let's build a healthier future together. ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine. Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way. Learn more about MU Health Care. Learn more about living in mid-Missouri.

Requirements

Missouri Board of Nursing LPN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state LPN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state LPNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
LPN IV Therapy board certification.

Nice To Haves

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

Interview patients to record their medical history.
Measure and record patient vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration.
Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
Observe, chart, monitor, and report changes in patient conditions including reactions to medications and treatments.
Verify that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately.
Under the direction and plan of an RN, manage patient care according to patient needs.
Provide quality care to patients and work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction.
Follow all safety, security, and infection control, policies and procedures.
Perform all tasks to ensure the safety of self, patient, and co-workers.
Maintain the standards of nursing care and departmental criteria to ensure they are aligned with the MU Health Care Mission and Goals.
Participate in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups.
Perform patient care duties and procedures following department policy, established protocol and standard of care, or directed by primary RN or Charge Nurse.
May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.