Critical Care Stepdown RN — Night Shift, Growth & Benefits

Mercy Co; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 68,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Day-One benefits

PTO

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Career development programs

Job summary

Mercy Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to support an intermediate-acuity Stepdown unit. You will deliver patient-centered care for patients transitioning from critical care to Med/Surg, using evidence-based practices, and collaborating with physicians and multi-disciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.

The role requires Missouri RN licensure, BLS certification, and BSN preferred, with opportunities for professional growth and clinical advancement within Mercy’s care pathways.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (ADN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Education: BSN preferred.
• Licensure: Current Missouri RN license or compact license.
• Certifications (Required): BLS (American Heart Association).
• Certifications (Preferred): ACLS, NIHSS, PCCN, or other Stepdown-related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care for intermediate-acuity patients transitioning from critical care to Med/Surg level.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care using evidence-based practices.
• Perform accurate hand-offs and bedside shift reporting to maintain patient safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practitioners, and multidisciplinary partners to optimize patient outcomes.
• Administer medications, monitor complex conditions (cardiac, respiratory, post-ICU), and support recovery.
• Participate in huddles, shared governance activities, and unit-based quality improvement initiatives.

Education

ADN, Diploma, or BSN

Job description

Mercy Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to support an intermediate-acuity Stepdown unit. You will deliver patient-centered care for patients transitioning from critical care to Med/Surg, using evidence-based practices, and collaborating with physicians and multi-disciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.

The role requires Missouri RN licensure, BLS certification, and BSN preferred, with opportunities for professional growth and clinical advancement within Mercy’s care pathways.