Registered Nurse (PRN)

Mercy; Bakersfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Orthopedic Hospital in Missouri is seeking a registered nurse to provide patient care using the nursing process and uphold Mercy's standards. You will coordinate care with other departments, maintain patient rights and confidentiality, and assess outcomes for assigned patients.

This PRN position requires graduation from a nursing program (AD, Diploma, or BSN) and holding an active RN license in Missouri or a compact state, with BLS and other unit-specific certifications as required.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate’s Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• RN license required in Missouri or compact state; maintain licensure.
• BLS certification; additional unit-specific certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care by direct care givers.
• Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs duties in line with Mercy mission, values, and service standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care coordination

Confidentiality & ethics

Education

RN licensure (Missouri/Compact)

Nursing degree (AD/Diploma/BSN)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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:

Located at MERCY ORTHOPEDIC HOSPITAL

OZARK/SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI

PRN

MINIMUM Qualifications: 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.

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.