RN - Acute Care, Surgical Stepdown - Days

About the role

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Mercy’s mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care utilizing the nursing process
• Maintain professional accountability for patient care
• Evaluate effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers
• Coordinate patient care with other departments
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with one of the following:
  • Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Nursing Diploma
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Missouri or compact licensure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (or completion within 30 days of hire)
• Previous hospital experience preferred (may be required depending on the unit)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Additional state licensure or specialty certifications
• Prior experience in specialty area or similar clinical setting

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat as needed to perform nursing duties

Benefits

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

Pay

$20,000 sign-on bonus for experienced RNs.

Schedule

Day Shift | Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Location

Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, Missouri 63128