Surgical Stepdown Registered Nurse

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

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgical Stepdown unit to provide advanced post-surgical care and monitor patients’ vital signs and telemetry. You will administer medications, manage wounds and drains, and collaborate with physicians, therapists, and staff to develop individualized care plans.

You will educate patients and families and support safe discharge, with Mercy offering ongoing clinical education and opportunities for advancement in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex post-surgical care and closely monitor vitals and telemetry.
• Educate patients and families and support discharge planning.

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.