Position Nurse (Neuro) - Full time, Nights - Mercy Jefferson

Mercy; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Neuro RN for the Night shift at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO. The role involves using the nursing process to provide high-quality patient care on the Neuro/Pulmonary Stroke Unit, with frequent assessments and collaboration with the Stroke Coordinator.

Night shifts offer a significant sign-on bonus and ongoing responsibilities in a busy unit. Qualifications include graduation from an approved nursing program and an active RN license (state or compact), plus

Qualifications

• 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.
• Certifications: - Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients.
• Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers.

Education

Nursing degree (AS / Diploma / BSN)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

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:

Premium Night Shift Sign On Bonus:

Graduate Nurse $10,000

Experienced Nurse $13,000

Neuro RN

36 hours per week, Nights

Mercy Hospital Jefferson

Festus, MO 63028

The Neuro/ Pulmonary Stroke Unit:

The most common pulmonary diagnoses we see are COPD, respiratory failure, asthma, and pneumonia. Our pulmonary patients may be on high flow oxygen, BiPAP, or have tracheostomies or chest tubes. These patients require complex assessment, aggressive therapies and interventions, and continuous nursing vigilance.

We work closely with the Stroke Coordinator to care for Acute Stroke and TIA patients. We do utilize tele-neuro services at times. Neuro patients require frequent assessments to assess for subtle changes in condition. Stroke education is provided.

Qualifications:

• 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.
• 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, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.