LPN; PCU nights - Jefferson
Listed on 2026-02-03
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, ICU Nurse, Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Nurse
LPN (PCU) - full time, nights - Mercy Jefferson at Mercy summary:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position on the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) offering night shifts and a sign-on bonus, providing intermediate-level care for cardiac and acute respiratory patients who are not ventilated. Works under RN supervision or prescribers, coordinating patient care, maintaining confidentiality, and using strong assessment and teamwork skills in a fast-paced step-down unit. Requires Practical Nursing degree, state LPN license (or obtainable within 90 days), BLS, and IV certification within one year.
Find your calling at Mercy!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. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.Position Details:
Premium Night Shift Sign On Bonus:
Graduate LPN $3,000
Experienced LPN $4,000
Cardiac Med Intermediate LPN
36 hours per week, Nights
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Festus, MO 63028
We are also known as the Progressive Care Unit or PCU. Our unit is an intermediate unit that is a step down from our intensive care but a step above med/surg as far as patient acuity
Cardiac, Respiratory distress, Septic.
No vents.
- Mainly serve cardiac patients, also acute respiratory (no vents/but high flow ) 02 needs/new bipap, etc. then mix of any other disease process in which the physicians determine patient is too sick for floor; but not yet ICU level of care.
Fast paced unit combining aspects of ED and ICU into one department--busyness of ED & critical care aspect of ICU.
Requires and builds strong assessment skills and teamwork
Qualifications:
- Required
Education:
Practical Nursing Degree from an accredited school - License: current LPN license in our state or can be obtained within 90 days
- Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association, IV Certification within 1 year.
From day one, Mercy offers 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.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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