Registered Nurse- Mercy South Surgery Center OR

Mercy; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition support

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an RN to deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process, ensuring safety and confidentiality while coordinating with multiple departments. The role requires commitment to Mercy Service Standards and professional accountability for patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will graduate from an accredited RN program, hold or obtain an active RN license in the hiring state, and meet unit-specific certification requirements within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of an accredited registered nursing program.
• Must maintain current RN license per state requirements.
• Relevant nursing certifications may be required per unit.
• Ability to meet physical demands including lifting and standing.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains accountability for care provided to assigned patients.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care by other direct caregivers.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

RN program graduate

Tools

BLS

ACLS/ALS

NRP

TNCC

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 caregivers. 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:

Education: Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program.

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.

Physical requirements/demands:

• - Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• - Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• - Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Certifications:

• - Basic Life Support certification or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

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/ALS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• - NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• - ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
• - TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• - CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
• - OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
• - BLS (Basic 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
• - C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)
• - Other unit-specific certifications as required.

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.