Specialty-LPN

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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.

Location:

Mercy Southeast - Ortho Clinic

650 South MT Auburn Rd.

Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Hours/

Schedule:

Full-Time (40-hrs per week)

Shift: Days

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program;
  Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure.
• Licensure:
  Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining a current LPN license within the hiring state in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all State Board of Nursing requirements
• Experience:
  
  Can be new or experienced LPN
• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
• NOTE:
  
  one or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support)
• Six Assessment & Care Modules
• Other unit-specific certifications as required
• Physical Requirements/Demands:
  Stand/Walk most of the time on duty; significant amount of bending and stooping, as well as lifting and turning patients with assistance; push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred Education:
• Preferred Licensure:
• Preferred Experience:
• Preferred
  
  Certifications:
  
  IV Certification within 1 year of hire
• Preferred Other:

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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