Registered Nurse - PACU (FT, Days)

Southeast Hospital; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

No Contract Required

ASN to BSN Bridging Program to assist

BSN to MSN Bridging Program to assist

RN Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO seeks a Registered Nurse for the PACU. The role is full-time, days shift with occasional call, and requires nursing licensure in Missouri or as allowed by compact.

You will provide direct patient care, coordinate with teams, and uphold Mercy values while ensuring patient rights and safety. Incentives include sign-on bonuses and bridging programs to advance BSN/MSN, with RN loan forgiveness options.

Qualifications

• RN with at least 1 year of experience preferred.
• Graduate from an approved nursing program (ASN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current MO RN license or compact licensure and active BLS/ACLS/PALS/TNCC as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments and maintain patient rights.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold Mercy service standards.
• Ensure safety and timely response to patient needs in PACU.

Skills

RN experience

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

BSN

Tools

BLS

ACLS

PALS

TNCC

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: Days (with call one night a week and every 6th weekend with another nurse)

Experienced RN Incentives

• 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 if eligible).

New RN Incentives

• Up to $7,500 Sign-On Bonus
• No Contract Required
• RN Loan Forgiveness Program* to aide in paying off your RN student loan debt. (*Must start with Mercy within 12-months of graduation.)

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 through the American Heart Association 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 (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
  • 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. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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