Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - St. Louis Rehab

Position Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers high‑quality patient care under the supervision of licensed professionals or under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role includes using the nursing process, maintaining professional accountability, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to uphold patient rights, confidentiality and Mercy’s Service Standards.

Location:

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital, St. Louis. Shift: 12‑hour shifts (part‑time and full‑time). Sign‑on bonus of $2,000 for new hires.

Our facility is a state‑of‑the‑art inpatient rehabilitation hospital featuring 81 private patient rooms, a fully equipped therapy gym, an on‑site dialysis suite and dedicated nursing assistants for each team.

• Assist the RN with admission and discharge processes.
• Perform patient assessments and promptly communicate changes.
• Conduct patient handoffs using safety tools such as SBAR and bedside report.
• Collaborate with the RN to evaluate patient progress and document interventions.
• Reinforce patient and family education and document learning needs.
• Delegate tasks to UAPs and ensure care is provided within their competencies.
• Complete required competencies, certifications, and participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a preceptor for LPN students or new hires when needed.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support patient care and departmental goals.

• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current LPN license in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• LPN‑IV certification on hire or within the required timeframe. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, PEARS may be required based on unit.
• New graduates and experienced LPNs are welcome.

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Prolonged standing and walking during shifts.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and squatting.

• Day‑one comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education.
• Annual merit increases based on performance.
• Shift differential pay and 12‑hour shift schedule.
• Employer‑matched 401(k) and a pension contribution.
• Paid parental leave and paid PTO for volunteering.
• Competitive salary for both part‑time and full‑time roles.