RN Surgical Stepdown: Lead Patient Care & Care Coordination

Mercy; Overland (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Missouri is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care using the nursing process, maintain patient rights and confidentiality, and coordinate care with other departments to ensure quality outcomes.

The role requires an RN license, graduation from an approved nursing program, and BLS; additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, ENPC or TNCC may be required depending on unit. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and prolonged standing.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in hiring state or a valid compact license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS/PALS/ENPC/TNCC may be required depending on unit.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers.
• Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Nursing process

Direct patient care

Confidentiality

Team coordination

Education

RN program graduate

Job description

Mercy in Missouri is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care using the nursing process, maintain patient rights and confidentiality, and coordinate care with other departments to ensure quality outcomes.

The role requires an RN license, graduation from an approved nursing program, and BLS; additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, ENPC or TNCC may be required depending on unit. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs and prolonged standing.