Registered Nurse Medical Surgical
About The Position
Mercy Hospital is an 82-bed, acute care hospital located in Durango, Colorado, recognized by Medicare with five stars for overall hospital quality and for excellence in orthopedic and spine surgery. It has received ten consecutive 'A' grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group. The hospital utilizes state-of-the-art technology and offers various specialty services including emergency care (Level III trauma), surgical care, cardiac care, Orthopedic and Spine Centers of Excellence, and a Family Birthing Center. Durango provides an exceptional quality of life with small-town charm, excellent schools, and year-round outdoor recreation. Nurses at Mercy Hospital work in a supportive, team environment with resources for professional growth and leaders who prioritize their success. The organization offers Certification pay and a Clinical Career Ladder. As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will contribute to modern nursing by providing your skills, experience, and commitment to compassionate care within a faith-based, mission-driven culture, aiming for professional fulfillment and excellence united in humankindness.
Requirements
- Associates Degree in Nursing required
- Nursing Diploma or by endorsement
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required for new graduates
- Nursing skills and knowledge base specific to specialty
- RN License required
- Current state nursing licenses or valid RN license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact
Nice To Haves
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing preferred for experienced RNs
- One year experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team, and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient.
- Promote the optimal health, well-being and safety of the patient through use of the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines and the State Nurse Practice Act.
- Demonstrate personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values.
Benefits
- up to $8,000 in relocation assistance
- Certification pay
- Clinical Career Ladder
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
