Registered Nurse, RN, Ortho, FT, Days

Mercy; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Up to $10,000

Sign-On Bonus Up to $5,000

Job summary

Mercy South Orthopedics seeks a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive patient care using the nursing process in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires an RN license (MO or compact) and a BSN is preferred. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, coordinate care across departments, and uphold Mercy service standards while maintaining patient rights and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a current RN license in MO or compact licensure.
• Experience in hospital setting preferred depending on unit.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or to be completed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Nursing assessment

Team coordination

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma

BSN

Tools

RN Licensure tracking

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:

Registered Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics

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Location: Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, Missouri 63128

Schedule: Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Shift: Day Shift | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Sign-On Bonus:

• Experienced Nurses: Up to $10,000
• New Graduate Nurses (less than 1 year of experience): Up to $5,000

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.

Qualifications

Education:

• Associate Degree in Nursing
• Nursing Diploma
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Licensure:

Must hold and maintain a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Missouri or possess compact licensure, in accordance with state board of nursing regulations.

Experience:

Previous hospital experience is preferred and may be required depending on the unit.

Certifications:

• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, or completion within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: BSN preferred
• Licensure: Additional state licensure or specialty certifications preferred
• Experience: Prior experience in specialty area or similar clinical setting

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat as needed to perform nursing 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.