Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medical Surgical Unit - Springfield Regional Medical Center

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) Acute Care Springfield Regional Medical Center

The LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) delivers safe and efficient care to patients using nursing interventions. The LPN is responsible for general clinical and clerical duties associated with direct and indirect patient care.

Essential Functions:

• Gives direct nursing care and assists with care of the patient at the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Advanced Practice Nurse
• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
• Performs phlebotomy services
• Contributes to the plan of care with input from patient/family and other members of the healthcare team
• Administers ordered medications and treatments, within scope of care, prescribed by a Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner while using appropriate medical equipment as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High School Degree or GED
• Completion of an accredited LPN (Licensed Practical Nursing) Program

Certifications:

• Current state licensure as an LPN or LPN applicant (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (preferred, not required)

Experience:

• One year of clinical patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN) in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred, not required)

Training:

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred, not required)
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class with a passing grade on exam (required for Telemetry/Remote Telemetry units)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a mission that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department: Med/Surg Unit - Springfield - General Medical Unit