<b>Find your calling at Mercy!</b> <p></p>Job Profile Summary<br>Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments.<p></p> <b>Position Details:</b> <p></p> Position Details <p></p><p> <u>Location</u> </p><p> Mercy Hospital Southeast </p><p> 1701 Lacey Street </p><p> Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 </p><p></p><p> <u>Department</u> </p><p> Rheumatology Clinic </p><p></p><p> <u>Hours/Schedule</u> </p><p> Full-Time (40-hrs per week) </p><p> Days </p> Additional Job Description <p>Minimum Qualifications:<br />Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure.<br />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<br />Experience: Can be new or experienced LPN<br />Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire<br />NOTE: 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:<br />• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)<br />• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)<br />• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)<br />• S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) <br />• Six Assessment & Care Modules<br />• Other unit-specific certifications as required<br />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</p><p><br />Preferred Qualifications:<br />Preferred Education:<br />Preferred Licensure:<br />Preferred Experience:<br />Preferred Certifications: IV Certification within 1 year of hire<br />Preferred Other:</p><p></p><p>Physical Requirements:</p><ul><li><p>Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. </p></li><li><p>Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift. </p></li><li><p>Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties. </p></li></ul> <p></p><p></p><p></p> <b>Why Mercy?</b> <p></p><p>From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.</p><p></p><p>Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.</p><br><br>keyword(s): LPN<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?hpOEVJHkfW%2fRl%2fQNc%2bankg7OOp%2fUBKN3r" width="0" height="0" />