Shift:  Days, full time, 3x12 hour shifts one week, 2x12 hour shifts the next week, with rotating weekends as needed.  Rotating holiday schedule.
Department: Med Surg, CRMC
Compensation: 

• Base Pay Range: $22.14 - $34.59/hr, based on experience 

• Shift Differentials: Additional $3.00/hr for weekend shift 

   
ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate and detail-oriented professional to join our patient care team as a LPN. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, has a keen eye for detail, and is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. With a strong commitment to safety and quality, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care. We're seeking someone who can communicate effectively, adapt to changing patient needs, and contribute to a positive patient experience. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that puts patients first, we encourage you to apply.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE 

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals — including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital — and over 90 specialty clinics located throughout the region.  

As an MU Health Care employee, you’ll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career. 

Learn more about MU Health Care. 

Learn more about living in Columbia, MO. 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 

·         Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one  

·         Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays  

·         Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years 

·         Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)  

·         Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more 

·         See a comprehensive list of benefits here.  

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION 

Interview patients to record their medical history. Measure and record patient vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration. 

Prepare patient for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures. 

Observe, chart, monitor, report changes in patient conditions including reactions to medications and treatments. Verify that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately. 

Under the direction and plan from an RN, manage patient care according to patient needs. Provide quality care to patients and work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction. 

Follow all safety, security, and infection control, policies and procedures. Perform all tasks to ensure the safety of self, patient, and co-workers. 

Maintain the standards of nursing care and departmental criteria to assure they are aligned with the MU Health Care Mission and Goals. 

Participate in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups. 

Perform patient care duties and procedures following department policy, established protocol and standard of care, or directed by primary RN or Charge Nurse. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Missouri Board of Nursing LPN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state LPN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state LPNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.

LPN IV Therapy board certification. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs.

This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.