RN/GN (PCU) - full time, nights - Mercy Jefferson

Find your calling at Mercy! 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 the established guidelines of nursing practice, the goals of Mercy Health System, the Philosophy of the Sisters of Mercy, the Respective State Nurse Practice Act, the Code of Professional and Business Ethics and the Co-Worker Code of Conduct

Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Premium Night Shift Sign On Bonus: Graduate Nurse $10,000 Experienced Nurse $13,000 Cardiac Med Intermediate RN 36 hours per week, Nights Mercy Hospital Jefferson Festus, MO 63028 We are also known as the Progressive Care Unit or PCU

Our unit is an intermediate unit that is a step down from our intensive care but a step above med/surg as far as patient acuity Cardiac, Respiratory distress, Septic

No vents. - Mainly serve cardiac patients, also acute respiratory (no vents/but high flow ) 02 needs/new bipap, etc. then mix of any other disease process in which the physicians determine patient is too sick for floor; but not yet ICU level of care

Fast paced unit combining aspects of ED and ICU into one department--busyness of ED & critical care aspect of ICU Requires and builds strong assessment skills and teamwork Qualifications:

Education

Graduated from a school of nursing (Associates Degree, Diploma, or BSN) Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements

Certifications: - Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters At Mercy, youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion As we grow, youll grow with us.