LPN, Ortho, PRN
Mercy•Saint Louis, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
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. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
- Must obtain and maintain a current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state where nursing duties are performed.
- The individual is responsible for meeting and maintaining all State Board of Nursing requirements.
- Ability to push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout each shift
- Ability to perform essential physical functions, including gripping, reaching, bending, kneeling, twisting, and squatting to carry out job responsibilities
Nice To Haves
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Program (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, and Emotional Support)
- BLS (Basic Life Support) through the American Heart Association (required within 30 days of hire)
- LPN-IV Certification (Missouri only) – must be completed prior to hire or within 3 months of hire
- Additional unit-specific certifications as required
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
Benefits
- medical coverage
- dental coverage
- vision coverage
- paid time off
- tuition support
- matched retirement plans
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
