RN/GN (Neuro) - Part time, nights - Mercy Jefferson

Mercy; Cahokia (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO is seeking a registered nurse to join the Neuro/ Pulmonary Stroke Unit. You will provide patient care using the nursing process, coordinate care with other departments, and uphold patient rights and confidentiality.

Education includes graduating from an approved nursing program (AD, Diploma, or BSN); licensure in the applicable state; and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Night shift, 24 hours per week, with a generous sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• 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.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process and maintain professional accountability for the assigned patients.
• Coordinate patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

RN

Nurse

Graduate Nurse

GN

Neurology

Pulmonary

Stroke Unit

TIA

Night Shift

Part-time

Education

Associate's Degree

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:

• Premium Night Shift Sign On Bonus:
• Graduate Nurse $10,000
• Experienced Nurse $13,000
• Neuro RN/GN
• 24 hours per week, Nights
• Mercy Hospital Jefferson
• Festus, MO 63028

The Neuro/ Pulmonary Stroke Unit:

The most common pulmonary diagnoses we see are COPD, respiratory failure, asthma, and pneumonia. Our pulmonary patients may be on high flow oxygen, BiPAP, or have tracheostomies or chest tubes. These patients require complex assessment, aggressive therapies and interventions, and continuous nursing vigilance.

We work closely with the Stroke Coordinator to care for Acute Stroke and TIA patients. We do utilize tele-neuro services at times. Neuro patients require frequent assessments to assess for subtle changes in condition. Stroke education is provided.

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.

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.

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