LPN - Ortho- FT Days
On-siteEast Saint Louis, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Utilize the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) or a licensed prescriber. Maintain professional accountability for assigned patients while coordinating care with other departments. Ensure patient rights and confidentiality of information are upheld throughout the shift. Perform duties consistent with Mercy Service Standards, including frequent standing, walking, and patient lifting. Requires a current Missouri LPN license, BLS certification, and LPN-IV certification. Full-time day shift from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
- Current LPN license in Missouri
- Meet all State Board of Nursing requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association
- LPN-IV Certification
- Ability to push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs
- Frequent standing and walking throughout shift
- Significant bending, stooping, and patient lifting/turning with assistance
Desired Qualifications
- Comparable education experience
- Successful licensure
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