Registered Nurse, RN, Orthopedics, PRN

Mercy; Spanish Lake (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an RN to provide high-quality patient care using the nursing process, while upholding patient rights and confidentiality. You will coordinate care with other departments and ensure alignment with Mercy Service Standards.

The role emphasizes professional accountability, collaboration, and adherence to Mercy values as the organization grows through innovation and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Education: RN education from an approved nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure: Current RN license in hiring state or compact licensure.
• Certifications: BLS required; ACLS/NRP/ENPC/TNCC/CPHON/OCN/PALS/PEARS/C-EFM may be required depending on unit.
• Other: Additional unit-specific certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process and maintain accountability.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments to ensure continuity and safety.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of information in accordance with Mercy standards.
• Contribute to Mercy mission, values, and service standards in daily practice.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical nursing

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

RN education (ADN/ diploma/ 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:

• 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
• Other:
• Preferred Education:
• Preferred Licensure:
• Preferred Experience:
• Preferred Certifications:
• Preferred Other:

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.