Job description
Are you a passionate
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives?
Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a qualified candidate to join a prestigious academic health system in Columbia, MO. Take the next step in your career and thrive in an environment where you are respected, challenged, and offered endless opportunities to define your career path!
Our partner nurtures a workplace culture you can thrive in.
- Becker Healthcare's 150 Top Places to Work
- “Just Culture” organization
- DAISY Award Partner
- ANCC Accredited Nurse Residency Program
Small town charm. Big opportunities.
Columbia, MO, is an up-and-coming university town in the heart of Missouri known for its
- prestigious public university
- healthcare system
- public schools
- division 1 sports
- affordable cost of living and housing
With a thriving cultural and culinary scene, many outdoor activities, and easy access to St. Louis and Kansas City, you can have the best of both worlds: the charm of a small town with the convenience of modern amenities and top-notch healthcare.
Benefits that matter.
- Paid-for tuition from the local top-rated university
- Up to 75% for you and 50% for spouses and children
- Includes all locations and online
- Generous retirement program– 8% match on 401k!
- Student loan repayment program
- 100% paid leave for parents and caregivers for up to four weeks – effective January 2024
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including mental health support
- Defined career paths and clinical ladder for CMAs, LPNs, Graduate Nurses, RNs, and more!
Pay Rate
- $20/hour - $30/hour based on experience
Paid Time Off (Exempt)
- 0-5 years: 17 Days
- 5+ Years: 22 Days
Personal Days
- 4 Days
Sick Days
- 12 Days
Job Description
- 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 patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions.
- 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 ensure they align with the University of Missouri Health Care Mission and Goals.
- Participates 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 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 the primary state of residency changes, compact state LPNs must apply under the new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
- 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 holidays and work during inclement weather will be required.
Nucleus Healthcare
Who We Are
Purpose-built, patient-minded, and mission-driven, Nucleus is trusted by major hospitals, health systems, and life sciences organizations with a vision to redefine how healthcare does business.
What We Do
Nucleus Healthcare (“Nucleus”) delivers next-generation human capital management to empower people who power healthcare. Rooted in talent management, Nucleus provides services and solutions that have yielded more than 7,500 hires in healthcare for all levels and roles.
Our Mission
Empower the people who power healthcare.
Our Vision
Redefining the way healthcare does business.
Our Values
We deliver results • We are committed • We are precise • We are change agents • We are ONE team • We are fueled by passion and purpose.
About Nucleus Healthcare:
Our goal is to match you with the right opportunity and help you achieve your long-term career goals. Find a job and build your career.
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