Licensed Practical Nurse - Monday-Friday Mound City, MO

Build a meaningful nursing career while serving your community.

Northwest Health Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our medical services team in Mound City, Missouri.

If you are looking for an opportunity to provide patient-centered care, work alongside dedicated providers, and make a difference in a rural community while maintaining work-life balance, we encourage you to apply.

At Northwest Health Services, we believe quality healthcare should be accessible to everyone. Our team is committed to strengthening the health and well-being of our communities through compassion, collaboration, and excellence.

Why Join Northwest Health Services?

✔ Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends to support work-life balance
✔ PTO begins accruing on day one
✔ Paid company holidays
✔ Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) benefits
✔ Supportive outpatient clinic environment
✔ Opportunity for career growth and development
✔ Mission-driven organization serving rural communities

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works collaboratively with providers and clinical staff to deliver high-quality patient care and support daily clinic operations within an outpatient medical setting.

What You Will Do

Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Prepare patients for examinations by collecting vital signs, medical histories, current concerns, blood pressure, weight, and updating problem lists
• Prepare patients for provider visits and assist during examinations and procedures
• Administer medications, injections, and treatments in accordance with nursing standards
• Draw laboratory specimens and prepare specimens for shipment including cultures, biopsies, and Pap smears
• Assist patients with ambulation, wheelchair transfers, and movement to and from examination tables
• Assist providers with procedures and ensure equipment is maintained before and after procedures
• Support patient education efforts and communicate information professionally and compassionately

Patient Coordination & Communication

• Triage patient phone calls and walk-in concerns in a timely and professional manner
• Complete follow-up calls as directed by provider staff
• Answer and assess patient and hospital calls as appropriate
• Prepare referral documentation and communicate relevant information to healthcare providers and outside entities
• Maintain tracking logs for laboratory testing, referrals, and diagnostic services

Clinic Operations & Documentation

• Prepare, stock, and maintain examination rooms and required instruments/equipment
• Ensure instruments are properly cleaned and sterilized according to policy
• Review patient charts for appointment readiness and completeness
• Document treatments, procedures, medications, refills, assessments, telephone encounters, and office visits in the electronic medical record
• Maintain documentation during downtime procedures as required
• Monitor supply needs and communicate ordering requirements according to NHS policy

Team & Compliance Responsibilities

• Collaborate with providers, supervisors, and staff to support organizational goals and objectives
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, in-services, and educational opportunities
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements
• Adhere to all regulatory standards, organizational policies, and healthcare requirements
• Treat patients, coworkers, visitors, vendors, and partners respectfully and professionally at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Current LPN licensure in the State of Missouri
• Current BLS certification
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance if vehicle is used for business purposes

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of clinic, office nursing, ambulatory care, or acute care experience preferred

Experienced and new graduate LPN candidates are welcome to apply.

Essential Functions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply medical terminology, instructions, and patient records
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, coworkers, providers, and the public
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced clinical environments and high-demand situations
• Maintain confidentiality and professional demeanor at all times
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, bend, stoop, push, pull, and reach throughout the workday
• Ability to assist patients with mobility and transfers
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds safely

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northwest Health Services is an equal opportunity employer.  Equal Opportunity is provided to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state and federal laws