Graduate Nurse Resident (GN/RN) - CPC (FT, Days)

About the Role

Performs direct patient care activities for all age groups to include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Monitors and coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort. Functions within the scope of nursing preparation and consistent with established guidelines of nursing practice, Mercy Health System goals, and the respective state Nurse Practice Act.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for all age groups, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to enhance patient care and comfort.
• Adhere to professional and business ethics, as well as Mercy Service Standards.
• Perform duties in alignment with Mercy’s mission and values.

Requirements

• Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in the hiring state and/or compact licensure; must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or completion within 30 days of hire.
• Unit-specific certifications as required.

Physical Demands

• Stand and walk most of the shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and turning patients with assistance.
• Push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs.; pinch up to 15 lbs.
• Prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
• High risk of exposure to blood and body fluids.
• May require varied schedules, shifts, or days based on patient care needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition support.
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Incentives

• New RN Incentives:
  • Up to $7,500 sign-on bonus (no contract required).
  • RN Loan Forgiveness Program to assist with student loan debt (must start within 12 months of graduation).
• Experienced RN Incentives:
  • Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus (no contract required).
  • ASN to BSN Bridging Program (up to $16,000).
  • BSN to MSN Bridging Program (up to $16,000).

Schedule

Full-Time - 36 hours/week, 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM).