Registered Nurse-Cardiac Intermediate

MHM Support Services; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Loan forgiveness program

PTO frontload

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an RN on the 4D Cardiac Surg Intermediate unit. This role involves delivering compassionate, high-acuity care to post-operative cardiothoracic and vascular patients, while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Opportunities include sign-on bonuses up to $20,000, RN student loan forgiveness for graduates, and PTO frontload for experienced RNs, supporting career growth within a busy, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Nursing degree (ADN/Diploma/BSN) required.
• Current RN license in hiring state and/or compact licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Willingness to obtain additional certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Respect patient rights and maintain confidentiality of information.
• Care for high-acuity cardiothoracic and vascular post-operative patients on 4D unit.

Skills

Nursing care

Education

RN degree (ADN/ Diploma/ BSN)

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:

Sign on Bonus Available: Up to $20,000

RN Student Loan Forgiveness for Graduate RN's

PTO Frontload available for Experienced RN's

4D Cardiac Surg Intermediate:

4D is an intermediate ICU otherwise called a Progressive Care Unit. The unit includes a 28 bed fully monitored unit. We provide high acuity care to critically ill post-operative cardiothoracic, vascular patients, and medical overflow. Common therapies seen on 4D are chest tubes management, lytic therapy, antidysrhythmic, low dose vasopressors, Bipap and high flow oxygen systems, insulin drips, and precedex. 4D works closely with Neuro Trauma PCU and ICUs for opportunities to cross train between departments. We are part of the Critical Care Cluster, which includes all ICUs and PCUs.

4D offers you the chance to deliver compassionate care in a setting that is busy, team oriented, and fulfilling. Learning opportunities are endless and team members are dedicated to mentoring. Career path programs are available to transition into ICU units with an 18-month track.

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. Additional certifications may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe.

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.