Licensed Practical Nurse or Graduate LPN Surgical 3A

Mercy seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse or Graduate LPN for our Surgical 3A unit. In this role, you'll provide compassionate bedside care to post-operative patients, administer medications and treatments, monitor and document patient status, and support RNs and physicians in delivering safe, high-quality care. You'll educate patients and families, uphold infection-control standards, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Mercy offers a supportive, learning-focused culture with opportunities for professional growth and contributions to innovative, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate nursing care to surgical patients on a 3
• A unit under RN and physician supervision
• Administer medications, treatments, and wound care per established protocols and orders
• Monitor, document, and report patient status, vital signs, and post-operative progress
• Assist with pre- and post-operative procedures, patient preparation, and discharge education
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary team to execute care plans
• Maintain accurate electronic health records and ensure compliance with safety and infection-control standards
• Support patients and families with education, emotional support, and clear communication
• Participate in quality improvement, unit-based initiatives, and continuous learning activities

Required Skills

• Post-surgical patient care
• Medication administration
• Wound care and dressing changes
• Vital signs monitoring
• Electronic health records (EHR) documentation
• Infection prevention and control
• Patient and family education
• Basic life support (BLS)
• Venipuncture and IV therapy support
• Care coordination with interdisciplinary teams