LPN: Medical Specialties / Adult Medical - Nights

Shift : Three 12-hour shifts nights, 1900 – 0700

Work Arrangement : On-Site

Department : Medical Specialty / Adult Medical

Facility : University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO

Compensation

• Base Pay Range: $23.25 - $36.33 per hour, based on experience
• Shift Differentials: Additional $2.50 per hour for night shift and $3.00 per hour for weekend shift (or additional $5.00 per hour for weekend program shift if available)
• Choose Between Sign-On Bonus -OR- Retention Rewards

o Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

o Retention Rewards: Up to $15,000

§ Relocation Support: Additional $5,000 if moving from over 50 miles away

§ Retention Reward (Option 1): $2,000 per year for up to 5 years, totaling $10,000

§ Student Loan Repayment (Option 2): $2,000 per year toward student loans, up to 5 years, totaling $10,000

o Note : Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request.

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Medical Specialties team and provide compassionate, patient-centered care to a diverse adult population. In this role, you will support patients with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, working closely with registered nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest quality of care. You will be responsible for monitoring patient conditions, administering medications and treatments within your scope of practice, documenting clinical information, and communicating changes in patient status to the care team. Strong assessment skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment are essential. This position offers the opportunity to develop a broad clinical skill set while caring for patients with complex medical needs. Through collaboration, critical thinking, and compassionate care, you will help promote positive patient outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others and thrive in a supportive team environment, we encourage you to join MU Health Care and grow your nursing career with us.

ABOUT MEDICAL SPECIALTY

Medical Specialties is a 55-bed unit divided into east and west wings. We deliver exceptional medical and nursing care to a varied patient population, ranging from young adults (18+) to the elderly. Our unit primarily admits patients with acute episodes or chronic conditions that do not necessitate a more specialized unit. We treat a wide array of illnesses, including pneumonia, sepsis, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, cellulitis, infectious diseases, mental status changes, and substance withdrawal.

This unit is an excellent place to work, offering exposure to a broad spectrum of illnesses and a varied patient demographic. This environment will enhance your understanding of disease processes, help you master your time management skills, and strengthen your critical thinking abilities. Our positive learning atmosphere, coupled with a culture of teamwork, shared decision-making, communication, and trust, empowers us to provide outstanding patient care.

Join us and be part of a team that values continuous learning and professional growth!

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

Learn more about MU Health Care.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten 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, and 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 of 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 as directed by the assigned RN.
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.