Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Renal Vascular - Lourdes Hospital
Paducah, Kentucky
Posted Aug 24
- Unit
- Renal Vascular
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Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Practice
- Epic charting
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- LPN
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Mercy Health
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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) Acute Care – Lourdes Hospital
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Summary
The LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) delivers safe and efficient care to patients using nursing interventions. The LPN is responsible for general clinical and clerical duties associated with direct and indirect patient care.
Essential Functions
Gives direct nursing care and assists with care of the patient at the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Advanced Practice Nurse Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice Performs phlebotomy services Contributes to the plan of care with input from patient/family and other members of the healthcare team Administers ordered medications and treatments, within scope of care, prescribed by a Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner while using appropriate medical equipment as needed Other duties as assigned
Education
High School Degree or GED Completion of an accredited LPN (Licensed Practical Nursing) Program
Certifications
Current state licensure as an LPN or LPN applicant (Licensed Practical Nurse) Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred, not required)
Experience
One year of clinical patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN) in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred, not required)
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred, not required) Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class with a passing grade on exam (required for Telemetry/Remote Telemetry units)
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
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Requirements
- LPN
Benefits
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Place
- City
- Paducah, Kentucky
- Median rent
- $834/mo
- Local household income
- $49,915/yr
- Metro price level
- 14% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Paducah area index 86.1, where 100 is the national average.
Paducah sits where the Tennessee and Ohio Rivers meet in western Kentucky, blending small-town warmth with a creative streak—known as Quilt City USA for its National Quilt Museum. A revitalized riverfront downtown gives out-of-state RNs a low-key, community-oriented home base.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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