Charge Nurse - Med/Surg - Full Time, Days

Mercy; Lebanon (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Missouri seeks a Charge Registered Nurse who uses theoretical concepts to guide decisions, assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in line with professional standards. Education: nursing degree; Licensure: RN license in hiring state or compact licensure; Certifications: BLS required with potential ACLS/NRP/ENPC/TNCC/PALS/etc.; Physical: lift up to 50 lbs, stand and walk for long shifts.

Mercy offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, tuition support

Qualifications

• Graduate from a school of nursing (ADN/ Diploma/ BSN).
• RN licensure in the hiring state or compact licensure required.
• BLS certification, or completion within 30 days of hire.
• Unit-specific certifications may be required (ACLS/ALS, NRP, ENPC, TNCC, PALS, PEARS, C-EFM, OCN, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in accordance with standards of nursing practice.
• Provide patient care and collaborate with the care team to maintain quality outcomes.

Education

Nursing degree (ADN/ Diploma/ BSN)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Charge Registered Nurse utilizing theoretical concepts as a basis for decisions in practice will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in accordance with standards of nursing practice.

Position Details:

Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's 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.

Experience:

Certifications:

- Basic Life Support certificationor successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:

• ACLS/ALS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
• OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules
• C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)
• Other unit-specific certifications as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

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.