LPN - Med/Surg- Adults/ Peds - PRN Job Listing at Mercy in Washington, MO (Job ID 934533)

Description

Mercy Hospital Washington

Department: LPN- Med/Surg- Adult/Peds

Status: PRN

Shift: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekend, Holidays

*Must have 1 year of recent bedside experience!

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Incentives:

• • Shift Differentials
  • Incentive Shifts available after the first 12 hours worked each pay peroid
• Requirements:
  • Must work 1 weekend shift per 6 week scheduling
  • Must work 1 major holiday and 1 minor holiday

Overview:

We are a high-energy, fast-paced 30 bed Medical/Surgical/Adult & Pediatric unit that cares for medical and post-operative patients. These patients are primarily adults 18 years and older. However, we also care for approximately 1-2 pediatric patients per month. Our patient population consists of but not limited to post-op knees, hips, shoulders, colon resections, bariatric surgery, sepsis, pancreatitis, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and stable pneumothorax. Our nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6 with the assistance of Patient Care Associates. We have an exceptional unit highlighted by coworkers with knowledge, dedication, teamwork, empathy, and compassion.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program
• Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Physical requirements/demands: Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift. Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties
• Certifications:

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
• Other unit specific certifications as required or or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe.

For additional information, please reach out to Kaye.James@mercy.net