Registered Nurse - L&D, Part-Time

Southeast Hospital; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse in Labor & Delivery. The role involves delivering patient care using the nursing process, coordinating with departments, and ensuring patient rights and confidentiality are upheld.

Qualifications include an RN license, nursing degree, and relevant certifications (ACLS/PALS/PEARS/STABLE/BLS). Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and prolonged standing; LPN-IV or equivalent course may be required

Qualifications

• Education: RN degree from a school of nursing (AD, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure: Active RN license in the hiring state or compact licensure.
• Certifications: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, STABLE, BLS or equivalent as required.
• Physical: Ability to push/pull/lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for long periods.
• LPN-IV certification must be completed or started within 3 months if required.
• Other unit-specific certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers.
• Coordinates patient care with other hospital departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.

Education

Education: RN degree (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN)

Job description

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

Registered Nurse

Location: Mercy Hospital Southeast, Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: Labor & Delivery

Status: Part-Time, one 12-hour shift a week

Shift: Varies/Rotating

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.

Certification(s): 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 (Advanced Cardiac 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
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
• LPN-IV Certification must be previously completed or successful completion of course within 3 months of hire.
• 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.