Registered Nurse - PACU (PT, Days)

Mercy; Jackson (MO); On-site; USD 6,400 - 9,100; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a registered nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) on a part-time, days shift schedule. You will use the nursing process to care for assigned patients, collaborate with teams, and uphold patient rights and confidentiality.

Requirements include at least 1 year PACU experience (preferred), Missouri RN license, BLS, and unit-specific certifications such as ACLS, PALS or TNCC.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (AD/Diploma/BSN).
• Current Missouri RN license or compact licensure.
• BLS certification; ACLS/PALS/TNCC as required.
• At least 1 year PACU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process in PACU.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate accountability for care quality.

Skills

PACU experience

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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:

Location: Mercy Hospital Southeast, Cape Girardeau, MO

Department: PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)

Status: Part-Time - 8 hours/2 week pay period

Shift: Days

Qualifications:

• Experience: At least 1 year of RN PACU 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. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.