RN-Specialty - Pain Therapy

Mercy; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy invites motivated RNs to join the Pain Therapy team, delivering specialized nursing care and coordinating treatment plans for patients experiencing pain. You will work closely with physicians and an interdisciplinary team to optimize comfort and outcomes.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, medication administration, patient and family education, and ensuring safe, compassionate care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN License or RN Temporary Permit in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Previous nursing experience in pain management, ambulatory care, clinic, procedural, or specialty practice settings (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Perform comprehensive physical, psychosocial, and spiritual assessments.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate changes to providers and care team members.
• Administer medications safely and accurately according to established policies and procedures.
• Assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to pain management.
• Provide patient and family education, including treatment plans and discharge instructions.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare team members to ensure seamless patient care.
• Coordinate referrals, follow-up services, and ongoing treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the medical record.
• Communicate patient goals, progress, and care needs to appropriate team members.
• Adhere to infection prevention and medication administration standards.
• Promote patient safety through proper identification, fall prevention, and compliance with safety protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and service excellence.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect patient rights.
• Serve as a clinical resource and preceptor as needed.
• Support department workflow and collaborate with team members to meet patient needs efficiently.
• Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Skills

RN License or Temp Permit

CPR certification

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

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. 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) - Pain Therapy

Mercy

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives? Join our Pain Therapy team, where you'll provide specialized nursing care, coordinate treatment plans, and support patients through their pain management journey in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Overview

As a Registered Nurse in Pain Therapy, you will utilize the nursing process to deliver high-quality patient care while maintaining professional accountability for assigned patients. In partnership with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, you will coordinate care, advocate for patients, and contribute to positive clinical outcomes.

At Mercy, we're committed to providing exceptional care while living out our mission, values, and service standards every day.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Clinical Excellence

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.


• Perform comprehensive physical, psychosocial, and spiritual assessments.


• Monitor patient conditions and communicate changes to providers and care team members.


• Administer medications safely and accurately according to established policies and procedures.


• Assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures related to pain management.


• Provide patient and family education, including treatment plans and discharge instructions.

Care Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare team members to ensure seamless patient care.


• Coordinate referrals, follow-up services, and ongoing treatment plans.


• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the medical record.


• Communicate patient goals, progress, and care needs to appropriate team members.

Safety & Quality

• Adhere to infection prevention and medication administration standards.


• Promote patient safety through proper identification, fall prevention, and compliance with safety protocols.


• Participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and service excellence.


• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect patient rights at all times.

Teamwork & Leadership

• Serve as a clinical resource and preceptor as needed.


• Support department workflow and collaborate with team members to meet patient needs efficiently.


• Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

Required

• Current RN License or RN Temporary Permit in the state of practice.


• Current CPR certification.


• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.


• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.

Preferred

• Previous nursing experience in pain management, ambulatory care, clinic, procedural, or specialty practice settings.


• Additional certifications as required by department policy.

Why Mercy?

At Mercy, we believe in caring for the whole person, both our patients and our coworkers. You'll be part of a supportive team that values compassion, excellence, and professional growth while making a difference every day.

Join us and help patients find relief, improve function, and enhance their quality of life through exceptional pain therapy care.

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.