Registered Nurse - L&D, Part-Time

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO, is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse in Labor & Delivery. This role supports patient care on a rotating shift, requiring strong nursing judgment and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

The RN must graduate from an approved nursing program, maintain active RN licensure, and hold or obtain required certifications (ACLS, PALS, PEARS, STABLE, BLS). The hospital offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a school of nursing with ASN, Diploma, or BSN.
• Maintain current RN license in the hiring state and/or compact licensure.
• Certifications required or obtained within timeframe: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, STABLE, BLS, LPN-IV, and unit-specific certifications.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Performs duties aligned with Mercy mission and standards.

Skills

Nursing care

Care coordination

Patient rights/confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

RN Education (ASN/ Diploma/ BSN)

RN Licensure

Job description

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

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.