Registered Nurse - Medical 4 (Days)

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition support

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Mercy is seeking experienced registered nurses to join the Med 4 team, a 36-bed unit caring for adult medical-surgical patients with neurological, renal, and urologic conditions. You will provide patient-centered care using the nursing process and collaborate with nephrology/urology teams to coordinate treatment.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient safety, and strong assessment skills in a diverse patient population.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in the hiring state or compact licensure.
• BLS required; ACLS required or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care and maintain professional accountability.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers and coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information in accordance with Mercy standards.

Skills

Foley catheters

Nephrostomy tubes

CBI

Dialysis access devices

Enteral feeding tubes

Telemetry monitoring

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

Foley catheters

Nephrostomy tubes

CBI

Dialysis access devices

Enteral feeding tubes

Telemetry monitoring

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Description

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

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available

For Full-Time RNs with 1+ Year of Experience

No Contract Required

Join our Med 4 team, a 36-bed specialty unit that cares for adult medical-surgical patients with neurological, renal, and urologic conditions. Med 4 offers nurses the opportunity to develop strong assessment skills while caring for a diverse patient population with low to moderate acuity.

Unit Details

4200 Hall

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

4300 Unit

• 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

Clinical Skills & Experience

• 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 nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN)

Licensure

• Current RN license in the hiring state or compact licensure

Certifications

• BLS required
• ACLS required or obtained within 90 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.