Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois·Harvard, Illinois
Provide quality patient care by performing treatments and administering medications according to established protocols and licensure. Collaborate with RNs to implement patient care plans and document all aspects of patient care and education.
Schedule: PRN/As Needed
Shift: Variable
Essential duties and responsibilities
Provides quality patient care by performing treatments and procedures according to established protocols.
Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment
Administers specified medications as allowed by policy and procedure, licensure, and State Practice Act.
Responds in a safe and timely manner to patient requests and reports significant observations to the RN promptly.
Demonstrates knowledge of the patient's plan of care and delivers care safely and within established standards and guidelines. Participates in planning for patient's care by providing input to the RN and under the direction of the RN, assists in implementing the patient care plan.
Demonstrates knowledge of established hospital and nursing policies. Identifies emergency situations, initiates nursing measures as appropriate within scope of practice in emergency situations and seeks assistance and direction as necessary.
Instructs patients in self-care according to the teaching plan and the directions of the RN. Documents this aspect of the patient's care.
Participates in QA & I.
Education and/Or experience: Graduate of an accredited LPN Program OR
Have completed the portion of the RN Program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing.
Have completed the designated curriculum of a Ladder Option Approved Designated RN Program.
Experience in clinical setting preferred.
Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in state of practice Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days
Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but the incumbent must make minor decisions in order to adapt to routine situation.
$23.18 - $37.10
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer [https://careers.mercyhealthsystem.org/jobs]. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Click here [https://www.mercyhealthsystem.org/join-our-team/benefits/] for more details.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Must be a graduate of an accredited LPN program and hold a valid LPN license in the state of practice. Approved CPR or BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire.
Market context
In Illinois, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with an active Illinois license and current CPR certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for both accredited nursing education and readiness to work in fast-paced care environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, CPR status, and degree match before applying.
