LPN-Weekend 3B Surgical Part-time Nights

Mercy • Springfield, MO

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About The Position

The LPN utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of a person licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). The LPN is accountable for care provided to assigned patients, coordinates care with other departments, and protects patient rights and confidentiality. Duties are performed in a manner consistent with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

This position is on the Surgical 3B unit, a fast-paced, 32-bed medical-surgical telemetry floor focused on pre- and post-surgical patients, particularly those undergoing GI, urology, and ENT procedures. The stated nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6 on days and nights. The role works every weekend from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. after orientation. The unit provides opportunities to develop and practice skills including head-to-toe assessments, telemetry monitoring, NG tubes, IV insertions, CBI, chest tubes, trach and ostomy care, drains, and wound care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; comparable education, experience, and successful licensure may be considered.
• Obtain and maintain a current LPN license in the state where nursing duties are performed and meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.
• LPN-IV certification issued by the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association, or successful completion of the course within 30 days of hire.
• Applicants may be new or experienced LPNs.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process under the supervision or direction of appropriately licensed nursing personnel.
• Maintain professional accountability for the care of assigned patients.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Perform duties consistent with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonuses based on LPN experience: $2,000 for new graduates, $5,000 for 1–2 years, $7,000 for 3–4 years, and $10,000 for 5 or more years.
• Tuition reimbursement of $2,000 per year.
• Up to $30,000 in initial RN degree assistance.
• Weekend and shift differentials for qualifying hours; weekend option rates and an increased weekend option differential of $8.00 are also described.
• Day-one medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-matched retirement funds.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree