LPN - Neuro Trama Intermediate 6D
Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship · Springfield, MO · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Position Details
- Graduate Nurse Sign On Bonus $2,000
- Experienced LPN up to Sign On Bonus $10,000
- PTO Frontload up to 40 hours for full time experienced LPN's
Position Details
- 6D Neuro Trauma Intermediate PCU
- Includes a 16 bed fully monitored unit
- Provides high acuity care to critically ill post-operative traumas, stroke patients, and medical overflow
- Common therapies seen on 6D include lumbar drain management, external ventricular drain management, antidysrhythmic/calcium channel blocking drips, low dose vasopressors, Bipap and high flow oxygen systems, insulin drips, and precedex
- Works closely with Cardiovascular PCU and opportunities to cross train between departments
- Part of the Critical Care Cluster, which includes all ICUs and PCUs
- Offers learning opportunities and career path programs
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure.
- Licensure: Must have a current LPN license within the hiring state and meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.
- 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
- Experience: Must be a LPN
- Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
- Preferred Certifications: IV Certification
Benefits
- 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.
- Your voice matters as you help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.
- Growth opportunities with career path programs and transition into ICU units with an 18-month track.