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Are you about to graduate from a Practical Nursing program? Would you like to be hired PRIOR to graduation and start working prior to taking the NCLEX? Then apply today for a position with MUHC. Salary Range: $19.59 - $29. 33 - based on LPN experience 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 dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse graduates like you to join our team. As you embark on this exciting new chapter in your nursing career, we invite you to bring your compassion, expertise, and commitment to safety to our healthcare community. At MU Health Care, we prioritize not only meeting our patients with warmth and skill but also observing and adapting to their unique needs. Your passion for quality care will be integral to our mission, fostering an atmosphere where patients thrive, and satisfaction soars. Join us and become a vital part of MU Health Care, where you can put your passion for exceptional healthcare at the forefront of your practice. 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. 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. JOB DUTIES 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 assure they are aligned 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. Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing and possession of a current Missouri license to practice as a licensed practical nurse is necessary. This position may be expected to float to other clinic locations (You may apply prior to graduation.) Preferred Qualifications: Excellent guest relations for effectively meeting, greeting, and communicating with patients, providers, and external and internal customers as well as peers. 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.