What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Surgical - Full Time and Part Time position at Mercy?
Come Join Mercy Hospital Southeast!
Department/Position: LPN Surgical
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Where Nurses Come to Grow!
We understand you have invested time and resources into becoming a great nurse!
Likewise, Mercy wants to invest in you as you answer your calling.
Sign on Bonus Eligible! No Contract Required!
Up to $2,000
We offer many great *benefits and perks, including but not limited to:
- Shift Differential Pay
- Annual Merit Increases
- Tuition Reimbursement – up to $2,000 for continuing education!
- Day-one comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
- Paid Parent Leave for new parent(s)
- Dependent Care FSA – annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible coworkers
- 401K – with employer match!
- Competitive wages and future career growth!
* Offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re a Little Different
Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.
At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”
Overview:
Our surgical unit provides care for patients recovering from orthopedic, urology, and general surgeries. With a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6 on our 23-bed unit, we ensure personalized attention and high-quality care for each patient. This is an ideal environment for learning, where nurses have the opportunity to grow and expand their skills while working with a diverse range of surgical cases. Our team fosters a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, making it an excellent place to develop professionally while providing compassionate care.
Qualifications:
- Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Licensure: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful 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.
- 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.
- Experience: Experience preferred but not required.
- Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
LPN-IV Certification must be previously completed or successful completion of course within 3 months of hire (range from upon hire to within 1 year)
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)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
- TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
- CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
- OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
- T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support)
- Six Assessment & Care Modules
- C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)
- Other unit specific certifications as required.
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
For additional information, please reach out to Ashley.Koerber@mercy.net
LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, Mercy, Mercy Southeast, Surgical, Surg, PT, Part Time
EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Salary : $100
