Registered Nurse - Pediatric Emergency (Non-Exempt) (10013N)

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Retirement match

Job summary

Mercy in Springfield, MO seeks a full-time Registered Nurse to provide patient care using the nursing process, coordinate care with other departments, and ensure patient rights and confidentiality are maintained.

The role requires an RN license, ADN as a base, BSN preferred for newer hires, and on-the-job training with unit-specific certifications as needed.

Qualifications

• ADN required; BSN preferred for nurses hired after Sept 1, 2013.
• Current RN license in hiring state and/or compact licensure required.
• Certifications commonly required may include BLS, ACLS, PALS, and others per unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process and maintain professional accountability.
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate patient care.
• Uphold patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Evaluate overall effectiveness of care provided by direct care staff.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Education

Associate Degree (ADN)

Bachelor's Degree (BSN)

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

Qualifications:

Associates Degree: ADN required. Current employees hired before Sept 1, 2013 are grandfathered and permitted to continue in the direct care nursing role and 1-2 yrs of experience is preferred.

Bachelors Degree: Preferred for all nurses hired after Sept 1, 2013. Nurses hired after this date without a BSN must complete degree within 5 years of their hire date.

No experience necessary. On the job training is provided.

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 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)
• 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.

Location: Springfield, MO