RN - Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit - Full-Time - Weekend - Days

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stay Premium Pay

Loan Forgiveness

Tuition Reimbursement

Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision

Employer-Matched Retirement Plan

Shift Differentials

Weekend Option Bonus

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse for our Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit. This role requires a commitment to patient care within a fast-paced environment.

The position offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus for experienced RNs and attractive benefits including tuition reimbursement, health insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (state-specific or compact)
• Must meet all state board of nursing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care utilizing the Mercy Nursing Conceptual Framework.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Team collaboration

Empathy

Compassion

Education

Graduate of an accredited RN program

Job description

Utilizes the Mercy Nursing Conceptual Framework and 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.

SIGN-ON BONUSES

• 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
• PTO + Vacation Time + ESB (Extended Sick Bank)

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.

Position Details

Mercy Hospital Washington

Full-Time | 36 hrs/week

Shift: Days | 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced RNs

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
• Weekend Option Bonus: $20/hr for RNs

Qualifications

• 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.