LPN: MEDICAL SPECIALTY / MED SURG - NIGHTS *UP TO $15K IN REWARDS*

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Shift:  Nights, 3 12-hour shifts 1900-0730, 50% of holidays
Department:  MU Health Care – Medical Specialty (Med Surg)
Salary:  $21.27/hour - $33.54/hour (final salary based on work experience)
+$2.50/hour nights
+$3/hour weekends

Up to $10,000 in rewards paid over 5 years
And
$5,000 Relocation Incentive if you live greater than 50 miles from Columbia
*OR* 
Eligible for a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
For a limited time, sign-on bonuses will be available to eligible candidates for this position on a first-come, first-serve basis. Bonuses will be paid after successful candidates complete all pre-employment verifications and start in their new roles.  

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate nursing care. Join our team and make a difference by meeting our patients with warmth and expertise, observing and adapting to their needs, and collaborating seamlessly with our healthcare community. Your commitment to safety and quality care will echo our mission, contributing to an atmosphere where patients thrive and satisfaction soars. Become a vital part of MU Health Care and bring your passion to the forefront of exceptional healthcare.

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 50 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.

ABOUT MEDICAL SPECIALTY
Medical Specialties is one of the fastest growing service lines at University Hospital, recently expanding from 28 to 55 beds. The unit sees patients who are ill and require acute care, serving a diverse population. The most frequent diagnosis types include pulmonary compromise, sepsis, GI disorders, diabetes, cellulitis, infectious diseases, mental status changes and substance withdrawal.

The unit is a great place to learn about a broad variety of patient types and diagnoses to further your nursing career. Daily safety and communication huddles ensure timely communication of expectations and patient needs, giving team members a cohesive and positive learning environment while providing excellent care.

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 Description

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

·        Prepare patients 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 update promptly and accurately.

·        Under the direction an dplan from an RN, manage patient care according to patient needs.  Provide quality care to patients and work with he 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 coworkers.

·        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.

·        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.

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 Opportunity Employer

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.