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Mercy
Practice Nurse LPN - Pain Therapy Carthage **Sign-On Bonus Offered**
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$56,280 / year median in Missouri
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Company:
Mercy Location:
Carthage, MO Career Level:
Entry Level Industries:
Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech Description Find your calling at Mercy! 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.Position Details:
Up To $2000 New Hire Bonus for qualifiedCandidates Minimum 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 or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.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:ACLS/ALS
(Advanced Cardiac Life Support)- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
S.T.A.B.L.E.
(Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support)- Six Assessment & Care Modules
- Other unit-specific certifications as required.