Acute Care LPN - Neuro-Ortho Licensed Practical Nurse

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center has earned more national recognition for quality patient outcomes than any other hospital in the region. The medical center has earned multiple honors for its leadership and excellence in several clinical areas including cardiac care, orthopedic services, vascular surgery, stroke care and cancer care.

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Find a Location Sioux City, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Siouxland

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

As an LPN at MercyOne, you will assists in carrying out the phases of the nursing process as appropriately delegated by the Registered Nurse. Performs activities and functions of patient care within the legal scope of practice of the Licensed Practical Nurse, State of Iowa, and in accordance with MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center policy and procedure. Adheres to the principles of the Code of Conduct and the mission of MercyOne in all aspects of job performance.

Schedule

Self Scheduling, weekend and holiday rotation

General Requirements

Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service / care appropriate to the age of the patients served, in accordance with Mercy standards.

Utilizing the nursing process, assists the registered nurse in providing patient care from a holistic approach, specific to the age of the patient population identified within the department / unit scope of service, and in accordance with the department / unit standards.

Demonstrates ability to anticipate / identify physical, psycho­logical, social and spiritual needs of the patient and appropriately reports to the Registered Nurse.

Communicates and collaborates effectively with registered nurses, certified nursing assistants and other multi-disci­plinary team members, as well as patient, families and significant others.

Implements and documents appropriate teaching needs to pa­tient / family / significant others as delegated by the registered nurse.

Prioritizes and implements appropriate interventions and treatments as delegated by the registered nurse, utilizing the formulated plan of care.

Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.

Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Education

Requires current Iowa LPN license.

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) is required within 3 months of hire date.

Mandatory Reporter is required within 3 months of hire date.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.