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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Med Surg 5E
Mercy Hospital South | St. Louis, MO
Full Time | Nights
New Graduate & Experienced LPNs Welcome!
Schedule & Shift
• Full-Time: 36 hours per week
• Shift:
○ Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• 12-hour shifts
• Self-scheduling available
• Free on-campus parking
Sign-On Bonus (No Contract Required)
• $2,000 sign-on bonus
Benefits Available Day One
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through United Healthcare
• Paid Time Off:
○ Up to 24 days in your first year
○ Increases to 34 days with tenure (up to 440 hours rollover)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer time
• $100/month employer contribution to a Dependent Care FSA
Education & Career Support
• $10,000 Scholar Loan Program (LPN to RN)
• $16,000 RN‑to‑BSN Tuition Assistance
• $2,000 per fiscal year Education Assistance
• Clear pathways to grow your nursing career at Mercy
Position Details:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Med Surg 5 East
About the Unit
Med Surg 5E cares for adult medical patients with diagnoses such as small bowel obstructions, respiratory infections, cellulitis, diverticulitis, and pneumonia. This unit provides an excellent environment to strengthen core Med Surg skills, enhance assessment abilities, and manage patients with diverse medical needs.
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program
Active LPN license in Missouri or a compact state
BLS certification through the American Heart Association
(or obtained within 30 days of hire)
Preferred Qualifications
New graduate LPNs are encouraged to apply.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and assist up to 50 pounds
Prolonged standing and walking
Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat, and assist patients safely
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, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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