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Licensed Practical Nurse Med 3 (Nights)

Mercy


Job Location:

Fort Smith, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 20 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role supports patient assessments care coordination patient education and communication with the healthcare team to ensure quality compassionate care.

Position Details:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role supports patient assessments care coordination patient education and communication with the healthcare team to ensure quality compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with patient admissions discharges and ongoing care.

  • Perform patient assessments and monitor changes in condition.

  • Communicate patient updates and concerns to the RN and care team.

  • Participate in bedside handoffs and patient safety initiatives.

  • Provide patient and family education and support.

  • Document care accurately in the electronic medical record.

  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.

  • Delegate and direct support staff activities as appropriate.

  • Participate in unit meetings huddles and process improvement activities.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

  • Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.

  • Current LPN license in the state of practice.

  • Ability to meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.

Preferred

  • BLS certification (required within 30 days of hire if not already obtained).

  • ACLS PALS PEARS S.T.A.B.L.E. or other unit-specific certifications as applicable.

  • LPN-IV certification (or ability to obtain within required timeframe if applicable).

Why Mercy

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 youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.


Required Experience:

IC


About Company

Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.

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