RN-Med Surg Intermediate

Find your calling at Mercy! Overview : 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 our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details : Join Mercy Hospital South! RN – Medical Stepdown Status : Full -Time (36 hours / week) Shift : Nights BeAMercyNurse Incentives & Benefits : Experienced Nurse Sign-On Bonus : Up to $10,000 for select departments Stay Premium Program : Up to $8 / hour based on years of Mercy service Education Assistance : Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 / year Loan Forgiveness : Up to $20,000 for new graduate nurses Comprehensive Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance PTO / Vacation Time Employer-Matched Retirement Funds Shift Differentials Overview : Join our 22 -bed Medical Stepdown Unit! Medical Stepdown is a unit that specializes in the care of acutely ill medical patients. We primarily focus on those suffering from respiratory failure and / or other general medical problems that are acutely ill.

• Patient population may include : Bipaps, High Flow Oxygen, Tracheostomies, and Ventilated Tracheostomies, Respiratory Failure, Gastrointestinal Bleeds, Alcohol Withdrawal, Drug Overdose, Severe Sepsis, End of Life Care
• This unit requires excellent critical thinking skills and quick decision making skills
• Close relationship with pulmonologist
• Due to the diverse nature this unit provides numerous educational opportunities for our coworkers.
• 22– patient bed unit
• RN ratio 3-4 patients, with tech support
• 24 / 7 Leadership support
• Collaborate daily with Care Management team, PT and OT, dieticians and pharmacists Qualifications : Education & Licensure : Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program Must hold and maintain a current RN license for the hiring state or hold a compact nursing license Comply with all state nursing board requirements Physical Requirements : Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 lbs regularly Prolonged standing and walking throughout shifts Capable of gripping, reaching, bending, kneeling, twisting, and squatting as needed Certifications : ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) — Required BLS (Basic Life Support) — Required or must complete within 30 days of hire Additional unit-specific certifications as required, with timelines for acquisition Interested? For more information or to apply, please contact : Stephanie Stivers Stephanie.Stivers@mercy.net EEO / AA / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans EEO / AA / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans 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, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.