Up to $7,500 Sign On Bonus for LPNs!

Up to a $5,000 Sign on Bonus for LPN-GNs!

Relocation Assistance Available!

Mercy Hospital Washington

Department: LPN-Med/Surg- Adults &Peds

Status: Full Time (36 hrs/wk)

Shift: Nights

Incentives:

• Experienced Nurse Sign on Bonus up to $7,500 for select departments
• Graduate Nurse Sign on Bonus $5,000
• Relocation Assistance up to $3,000 per policy
• Stay Premium Program- up to $8/hour based on years of Mercy service
• Education Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement $2,000 per year
• Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
• PTO/Vacation Time
• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
• Shift Differentials
• New Increased Weekend Option Differential: $20 RN/$15 LPN

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: High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Licensure: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure. Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining a current LPN license within the hiring state in which nursing duties are performed and must 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: (can be new or experienced LPN)

• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
  • LPN-IV Certification must be previously completed or successful completion of course within 3 months of hire (range from upon hire to within 1 year)

  NOTE: one or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • Other unit specific certifications as required