LPN - Med Surg/ Tele Job Listing at Mercy in Sappington, MO (Job ID 3399101-2024-10-03)

Description

$5,000 sign on bonus for Graduate Nurses

$7,500 for Experienced LPNs

Proposed Schedule: 7am- 7pm or Nights, 7pm-7am

The Medical Surgical unit, also known as Med-Surg, is a specialty unit that makes up the foundation of nursing.  The Medical Surgical unit at Mercy South is a unit that manages acute medical surgical patients with a wide range of diagnoses and care needs.  Functionally, this unit houses and cares for patients who are preparing for or recovering from medical and surgical interventions.  This can include care of patients with illnesses such as pneumonia and sepsis; as well as pre and post op management of pain, wound care, and monitoring for any complications post procedure.  The Med-Surg unit also manages chronic conditions such as diabetes, COPD, and chronic kidney disease.  Service lines include oncology, nephrology, urology, gastroenterology, and many more.  Given the generalized nature of the Med-Surg unit and the amount of variation in patient conditions, the acuity of patients vary. 

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure.
• 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
• Experience: Can be new or experienced LPN
• Certifications:  Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position.  The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.