Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN)/ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Progressive Care Unit

Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse I - V, Department Director, Patient Care Manager, Shift Administrator, and Vice President of Patient Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible and accountable for the quality care of assigned patients using the nursing process as defined in the Missouri Nurse Practice Act. The LPN will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Demonstrates understanding of unique physical and psychological needs and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status to provide quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care utilizing the nursing process.
• Assess and interpret patient data to meet age-specific needs.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing program (required).
• Licensed to practice in the State of Missouri or eligible for licensure while having a Missouri work permit (required).
• BLS Certification (required).
• IV Certified (required).
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred, but not required.

Pay

Up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus (eligibility requirements apply).

Schedule

• Part Time (48 hours per 2-week pay period), with benefits.
• Night Shift: 7pm to 7am.
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental, and vision (available on the first of the month after hire date).
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount.
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history (combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days).
• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching.
• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year (after one year of service).
• Additional benefits: Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access.

About the Organization

Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12-bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience. Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states with a 306-bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers. The system includes the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU. Saint Francis Medical Partners supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.

Mission and Values

Mission: To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.

Vision: To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access, and value.

Values:

• Integrity: Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching.
• Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future.
• Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves.
• Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged.
• Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart.
• Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes.
• Excellence: Always striving to be the best.
• Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end.