Specialty General Surgery Nurse - Compassionate Care Leader

Mercy; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy seeks a caring registered nurse to provide professional nursing care to patients within the medical practice, assisting physicians and handling related clinical paperwork. The role embodies Mercy’s philosophy of caring and respect for human life, with emphasis on compassionate patient interaction and teamwork.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatments, applying guidelines, and ensuring clear communication with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for nursing, care, examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Current valid state license.
• CPR certification or obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to operate equipment normally related to the clinic.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care to patients in the medical practice, supporting physicians.
• Assists the physician in patient treatment and completes related clinical paperwork.
• Carries out Mercy's philosophy of caring with professionalism and respect for patients.
• Communicates clearly with patients, families, staff and the public and maintains effective working relationships.

Skills

Assisting medical treatments

Emergency responsiveness

Interpreting guidelines

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Graduation from accredited nursing school

Job description

Mercy seeks a caring registered nurse to provide professional nursing care to patients within the medical practice, assisting physicians and handling related clinical paperwork. The role embodies Mercy’s philosophy of caring and respect for human life, with emphasis on compassionate patient interaction and teamwork.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatments, applying guidelines, and ensuring clear communication with patients and staff.