Specialty-LPN: FT, Days

Cape Girardeau, Missouri – Nursing – Regular Full-time

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process under appropriate supervision
• Maintain professional accountability for assigned patient care
• Coordinate patient care with other departments

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; consideration given for comparable education experience and successful licensure
• Current LPN license within the hiring state
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or completion within 30 days of hire
• One or more of the following certifications may be required based on position/unit:
  • ACLS (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

Physical Requirements

• Stand/walk most of the time on duty
• Significant bending and stooping
• Lifting and turning patients with assistance
• Push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking each shift
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

Preferred Qualifications

• IV Certification within 1 year of hire

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period

Schedule

Full-Time (40 hours per week), Days