RN- Surgical Stepdown- PRN

Mercy; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy in Illinois is seeking a registered nurse to provide patient care using the nursing process, ensuring confidentiality and collaboration with other departments. The role evaluates care effectiveness and upholds our Mercy Service Standards for assigned patients.

Education requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN) with an active RN license. BLS is required or will be obtained within 30 days of hire; unit-specific certifications may be required.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree required (ADN, diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in hiring state or compact licensure.
• BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Unit-specific certifications may be required (ACLS, NRP, ENPC, TNCC, CPHON, OCN, BLS, PALS, PEARS, STABLE, C-EFM, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains accountability for patient care.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality.
• Performs duties in line with Mercy mission, values, and service standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Interdepartmental coordination

Confidentiality

Education

RN education (ADN/ Diploma/ BSN)

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. 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

• Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Experience:
• Certifications: Basic Life Support certification or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department-required timeframe:

• ACLS/ALS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
• OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules
• C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)
• Other unit-specific certifications as required.

Other

• Preferred Education:
• Preferred Licensure:
• Preferred Experience:
• Preferred Certifications:
• Preferred Other:

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

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.