Registered Nurse - Medical 4 (4200/4300) PRN Days

Mercy Co; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship is seeking an RN to join a Med 4 unit providing comprehensive care for neuro, renal and urologic conditions. The unit is 36 beds with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered care.

You will apply the nursing process and coordinate care across departments to ensure optimal outcomes. Ideal candidates have RN licensure in the state, nursing program graduation and experience in neuro/renal/urocare, with a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Experience with neuro, renal and urinary care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care and maintains accountability for assigned patients.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments and ensures patient rights and confidentiality.

Skills

Neurological nursing

Renal care

Telemetry monitoring

Urinary catheter care

Education

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

Current RN license in state of practice

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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

Join our Med 4 team, a 36-bed specialty unit caring for adult medical-surgical patients with neurological, renal, and urologic conditions. This is a great opportunity for RNs to grow their skills while working with a diverse patient population in a collaborative environment.

• Beds: 18
• Beds: 18

Patient Population

• Stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIA)
• Seizure disorders and altered mental status
• Acute and chronic kidney disease
• Urinary tract infections and urinary retention
• Kidney stones and hydronephrosis
• Post-urologic procedure patients

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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

Join our Med 4 team, a 36-bed specialty unit caring for adult medical-surgical patients with neurological, renal, and urologic conditions. This is a great opportunity for RNs to grow their skills while working with a diverse patient population in a collaborative environment.

Neurology/Renal & Urology

4200 Hall Details:

• Beds: 18
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1

4300 Unit Details

• Beds: 18
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 6:1

Patient Population

• Stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIA)
• Seizure disorders and altered mental status
• Acute and chronic kidney disease
• Electrolyte imbalances
• Urinary tract infections and urinary retention
• Kidney stones and hydronephrosis
• Post-urologic procedure patients

Common Diagnoses Include

• Stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIA)
• Seizure disorders and altered mental status
• Acute and chronic kidney disease
• Electrolyte imbalances
• Urinary tract infections and urinary retention
• Kidney stones and hydronephrosis
• Post-urologic procedure patients

Clinical Skills & Experience

Nurses on Med 4 frequently care for patients with:

• Foley catheters
• Nephrostomy tubes
• Continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)
• Dialysis access devices
• Enteral feeding tubes
• Telemetry monitoring

This unit provides valuable experience in neurological assessments, stroke protocols, fluid and electrolyte management, renal medication monitoring, and multidisciplinary care coordination with nephrology and urology specialists.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program

Licensure

• Current RN license in the state of practice

Certifications

• BLS required within 30 days of hire
• Additional certifications as required by the unit

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.