Surgical Stepdown Registered Nurse

Mercy; Arkansas; On-site; USD 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgical Stepdown unit to provide complex post-surgical care and monitor patients closely. You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to develop individualized plans and educate patients and families.

The role emphasizes safety, discharge planning, and ongoing clinical education within a compassionate, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex post-surgical care on the Surgical Stepdown unit.
• Closely monitor vital signs and telemetry.
• Administer medications.
• Manage wounds and drains.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists and support staff to develop care plans.
• Educate patients and families on care plans.
• Support safe discharge plans.

Skills

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgical Stepdown unit. In this role, you will provide complex post-surgical care, closely monitor vital signs and telemetry, administer medications, and manage wounds and drains. You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to develop and implement individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and support safe discharge. Mercy’s culture of compassion and growth offers access to ongoing clinical education, innovative care practices, and advancement opportunities within a supportive, team-based environment.