Registered Nurse, RN, Med Surg, FT, Days

Mercy • Saint Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) on Medical 7W at Mercy Hospital South provides patient care using the nursing process and maintains professional accountability for assigned patients. The RN evaluates the effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers, coordinates care with other departments, and protects patient rights and the confidentiality of patient information. Duties are performed in a manner consistent with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Medical 7W cares for adult patients with common diagnoses including cellulitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, chest pain, gastrointestinal issues, COPD exacerbations, and medically stable COVID patients. The unit supports development of skills in cardiac rhythm interpretation, acute medical care, and fast-paced patient management. This is a full-time position scheduled for 36 hours per week. The posting lists the shift as days and gives hours of 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with an Associate Degree in Nursing, nursing diploma, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Hold and maintain a current Registered Nurse license in Missouri or compact licensure in accordance with state board of nursing regulations.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, or complete it within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat as needed to perform nursing duties.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital experience; it may be required depending on the unit.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Additional state licensure or specialty certifications.
• Prior experience in the specialty area or a similar clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintain professional accountability for patient care for assigned patients.
• Evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers.
• Coordinate patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Perform duties consistently with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period
• $10,000 sign-on bonus for new graduate RNs
• $20,000 sign-on bonus for RNs with one or more years of experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree