Registered Nurse - PACU (FT, Days)

Southeast Hospital; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

ASN to BSN Bridging

BSN to MSN Bridging

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Registered Nurse for the PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit). This full-time position involves four 10-hour day shifts per week with on-call obligations.

You will use the nursing process to provide patient care, coordinate with other departments, protect patient rights, and uphold Mercy service standards in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of RN experience preferred.
• Graduated from a school of nursing (AD, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in Missouri or compact licensure.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS/ALS, NRP, ENPC, TNCC, CPHON, OCN, PALS, PEARS, STABLE, C-EFM or other required certifications as per unit.
• Must be able to push/pull/lift 50 pounds and stand/walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

RN experience

PACU nursing

Shift work

Nursing assessments

Education

Associate's Degree

BSN

Diploma

Job description

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

Department: PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)

Status: Full-Time - 40 hours/week

• Cape Girardeau, Missouri
• Nursing
• Nursing
• Regular
• Full-time
• Mercy Hospital Southeast
• JR266011

Job Description

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: PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)

Status: Full-Time - 40 hours/week

Shift

Four 10-hr Day Shifts per week (with additional call one night a week and every 6th weekend with another nurse)

Candidates May Be Eligible For RN Incentives Including

• Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus - No Contract Required
• ASN to BSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your BSN (up to $16,000).
• BSN to MSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your MSN (up to $16,000).

Qualifications

• Experience: At least 1 year of RN experience is preferred.
• Required Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure: Current RN license within the state of Missouri and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed. Is personally responsible for obtaining and maintaining license. Must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) 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. 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.
• Other: 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.

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.

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