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

Mercy; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stay Premium Pay up to $8/hr

Loan Forgiveness up to $20,000

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000/yr

Day-One Medical Insurance

PTO +Vacation + ESB

Employer-Matched Retirement Plan

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an RN for the Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit at Mercy Hospital Washington. This part-time role (24 hours per week) covers night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

You will provide direct patient care using the nursing process and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The unit offers a fast-paced environment with a 30-bed capacity, focused on orthopedic and general surgical care, with emphasis on patient safety, rights, and confidentiality.

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).
• Regularly lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged standing/walking throughout shift.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Coordination

Accountability

Confidentiality

Education

Graduate of an accredited RN program

Active RN license (state-specific or compact)

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:

? 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.