Registered Nurse - PACU

Mercy; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a registered nurse to provide patient care using the nursing process and to ensure accountability for the care of assigned patients. You will evaluate care effectiveness, coordinate with other departments, and uphold patient rights and confidentiality in alignment with Mercy Service Standards.

The role requires RN licensure in the state of hire (or compact licensure) and graduation from an accredited nursing program (AD, Diploma, or BSN).

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (AD, Diploma, or BSN).
• Is licensed as an RN in the hiring state or compact licensure.
• Certification requirements may include BLS and other unit-specific certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process.
• Maintain professional accountability for assigned patients.
• Evaluate overall effectiveness of care provided by direct care givers.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Accountability

Care coordination

Confidentiality

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma

BSN

Tools

BLS

ACLS/ALS

NRP

ENPC

TNCC

CPHON

OCN

PALS

PEARS

STABLE

C-EFM

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.

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.
Experience:
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.

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.