Charge RN - Cardiac Stepdown (3500) Nights

Find your calling at Mercy! The Charge Nurse manages the operations of the department They are the leader who provides support, mentorship, and guidance to those who provide direct patient care

The Charge Nurse will coordinate the delivery of patient care by determining staffing needs and making patient assignments by choosing the right assignment for the right person

The Charge Nurse will ensure that all patients receive timely, safe, effective and high quality care They coordinate the patients plan of care with the bedside nurse

The Charge Nurse will set the expectations regarding professional conduct and serves as a resource for the patient care unit The Charge Nurse will hold direct and indirect care providers accountable for their professional responsibilities and adherence to regulatory guidelines

The Charge Nurse performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the Mission, Values and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

The Charge RN leads and coordinates patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing practices in alignment with established standards Serves as a clinical resource and supports high-quality patient outcomes. 3500 Unit Details: Bed Numbers: 26 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 4:1 possible 5:1 Patient Population: stepdown patients cardiac drips set rates, cardiac drips set rates, post procedural patients, cardioversions, bipap, airvo, chest tubes, post pacemakers BLS/ACLS/NIHSS common diagnosis of CHF, COPD, CKD Qualifications:

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN) Licensure: Current RN license in the hiring state or compact state required Certifications: BLS (AHA) required within 30 days of hire Additional certifications may be required based on unit, including: ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC, OCN, CPHON, PEARS, S.T.A.B.L.E., C-EFM, or other unit-specific credentials Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs Prolonged standing and walking Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, twisting, and squatting 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.