RN-Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit- Full Time - Nights

Mercy; Union (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stay Premium Pay

Loan Forgiveness

Tuition Reimbursement

Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision

PTO

ESB (Extended Sick Bank)

Employer-Matched Retirement Plan

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking an RN for the Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit on a part-time night shift (7:00 PM to 7:30 AM). You will apply the nursing process to deliver patient care, maintain patient rights, and coordinate care with other departments.

Join a fast-paced 30-bed unit with orthopedic and general surgical cases. You will work under a team-driven environment, with opportunities for loan forgiveness, tuition reimbursement, and day-one benefits, while earning shift differential

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Active RN license (state-specific or compact).
• ACLS certification required.
• BLS certification required (or within 30 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Ensures safe, compassionate care with a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio.

Skills

Nursing care

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

RN degree

RN license

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Job Profile Summary 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

Come join Mercy Hospital Washington! RN - Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit

Mercy Hospital Washington

Part Time | 24 hrs/week

Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Incredible Incentives & Benefits

• Stay Premium Pay: Earn up to $8/hr extra based on your years of Mercy service
• Loan Forgiveness: Up to $20,000 for new grad nurses
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $2,000/year
• Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• PTO + Vacation Time + ESB (Extended Sick Bank)
• Employer-Matched Retirement Plan
• Shift Differentials

About Our Unit

Welcome to our high-energy, fast-paced 30-bed Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit. Our diverse patient population includes a broad range of medical and post-operative cases, such as:

• Orthopedic procedures: knees, hips, shoulders
• General surgeries: appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resections
• Specialized care: bariatric surgery, sepsis, pancreatitis, and stable pneumothorax

We maintain a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6, supported by highly skilled Patient Care Associates to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care delivery.

What truly sets us apart is our exceptional team — a group of professionals known for their:

Clinical expertise

Unmatched dedication

Strong collaboration

Empathy and compassion

If you’re looking for a unit that values teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care, you’ll find it here.

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited RN program
• Active RN license (state-specific or compact)
• Must meet all state board of nursing requirements

Certifications Required

• ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• BLS – Basic Life Support (or within 30 days of hire)
• Any unit-specific certifications (with timeline for completion)

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Prolonged standing/walking throughout shift
• Ability to bend, kneel, twist, squat as needed

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.