Registered Nurse, RN, Orthopedics, PRN

Mercy; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an RN to provide direct patient care using the nursing process and to coordinate with other departments. The role requires accountability for patient care and maintaining rights and confidentiality.

The position may involve responsibilities across units with certification requirements depending on the unit and scope of duties. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (AD, Diploma, or BSN).
• RN license in the hiring state or compact licensure and ongoing compliance with state board requirements.
• Certifications may be required (BLS, ACLS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC, and others) based on unit.
• Physical ability to push/pull/lift up to 50 lbs and to stand/walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for care for assigned patients.
• Evaluates care effectiveness provided by direct care givers and coordinates with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality.
• Performs duties consistent with Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient care

Team coordination

Education

Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN

Tools

BLS/CPR certification

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:

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.
• Experience: (none listed)
• Certifications: 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:
  • Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
  • 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
• Other: (none listed)
• Preferred Education: (none listed)
• Preferred Licensure: (none listed)
• Preferred Experience: (none listed)
• Preferred Certifications: (none listed)
• Preferred Other: (none listed)

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.