Registered Nurse, Med Surg, RN, FT, Day

Mercy • Saint Louis, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) on the Medical 7W/Med Surg unit at Mercy Hospital South provides care to assigned patients using the Mercy Nursing Conceptual Framework and nursing process. The RN is professionally accountable for patient care, evaluates the effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers, coordinates care with other departments, and protects patient rights and confidentiality. Duties are performed in a manner consistent with Mercy’s mission, values, and service standards.

Medical 7W cares for adult patients with diagnoses including cellulitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, chest pain, gastrointestinal issues, COPD exacerbations, and medically stable COVID. The unit offers experience with cardiac rhythm interpretation, acute medical care, and fast-paced patient management. The position is full-time, day schedule, 36 hours. Sign-on bonuses are available: $10,000 for new graduate RNs and $20,000 for RNs with at least one year of experience.

Requirements

• Graduate of 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 (RN) license in Missouri or compact licensure in accordance with state board of nursing regulations.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, or completion within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods during each shift.
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat 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

• Use the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintain professional accountability for care provided to assigned patients.
• Evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Perform duties consistent 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
• Sign-on bonus of $10,000 for new graduate RNs
• Sign-on bonus of $20,000 for RNs with at least one year of experience

What This Job Offers

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