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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Per-Diem

You'll give direct care to the Sisters and oversee caregivers on your assigned shifts. Sisters of Mercy of the Americas is long-term care.

Posted Oct 5

Shift and hours
Days, evenings or nights Flexible per diem scheduling (days/evenings/nights)
Unit and setting
Mercy Convent · Long Term Care This role provides direct care to the Sistersthe Sisters of Mercy
License
LPN licenseactive LPN license
Term
Per Diem Per-Diem LPN - Covering as neededPer diem, covering as needed

Do you qualify?

License
active LPN license Active LPN license
Certification
BLS certification
Experience
1 year of nursing experience Minimum 1 year of nursing experience

Preferred

Experience
1 year of geriatric nursing experience minimum one year of geriatric nursing
Experience
Chronic disease management and dementia care experience applicants. experience preferred; chronic disease management, and dementia care
Experience
assisted living, long-term care, skilled nursing or memory care experience care, skilled nursing, or memory care preferred.

What it pays

Pay reviews
Pay within the range depends on your experience. Pay Range: $24.00-$32.00 per hour (based on experience)

Benefits

  • Flexible per diem scheduling (days/evenings/nights)
  • Supportive, mission-centered environment

The role and schedule

Day to day
supervise caregivers on assigned shifts Supervise and support caregivers during assigned shifts
Day to day
assessments, vitals and medication administration Complete assessments, vitals, documentation, and medication administration
Day to day
admissions and transfers Assist with admissions, transfers, incident reporting, and chart updates
Hours stated
Flexible per diem scheduling (days/evenings/nights)
Details
2 openings Number of Openings - 2
Details
lift, push or pull up to 75 lbs Ability to lift/push/pull up to 75 lbs and meet general physical demands

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  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

Original listing

Posted on Sisters of Mercy of the Americas’ careers page.

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Per-Diem LPN - Covering as needed

Number of Openings - 2

Pay Range: $24.00–$32.00 per hour (based on experience)

Mercy Convent, home to the Sisters of Mercy, is seeking compassionate and dependable LPN to join our team. This role provides direct care to the Sisters and oversees caregivers during assigned shifts to ensure high-quality, mission-aligned service.

What You’ll Do

Provide direct nursing care per care plan and physician orders

Supervise and support caregivers during assigned shifts

Complete assessments, vitals, documentation, and medication administration

Respond promptly to Sisters’ needs and any changes in condition

Maintain a safe, clean environment; follow all safety and infection-control protocols

Communicate clearly with the DON/RCA, team members, and Sisters

Assist with admissions, transfers, incident reporting, and chart updates

What We’re Looking For

Active LPN license

BLS certification

Minimum 1 year of nursing experience

Strong communication, organization, and leadership abilities

Ability to lift/push/pull up to 75 lbs and meet general physical demands

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Current LPN license in good standing; CPR/BLS certified; minimum one year of geriatric nursing applicants. experience preferred; chronic disease management, and dementia care; strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills; ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team; experience in assisted living, long-term care, skilled nursing, or memory care preferred.

Ability to adapt quickly to new environments, strong organizational and time management skills, flexibility with schedule.

Why Work With Us

Meaningful work serving the Sisters of Mercy

Supportive, mission-centered environment

Flexible per diem scheduling (days/evenings/nights)

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What's around it?

In Omaha, NE

Omaha, NEFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 8% below the US average

Median rent
$1,187/mo
Household income
$73,201/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Omaha, NE

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