Surgical Stepdown Registered Nurse

Mercy; Paris (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgical Stepdown unit to provide complex post-surgical care, monitor patients, administer medications, and manage wounds and drains.

You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to develop individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and support safe discharge within a compassionate, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold an RN license and be eligible to practice.
• Experience with post-surgical care and telemetry preferred.
• Ability to educate patients and families about care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex post-surgical nursing care on the Surgical Stepdown unit.
• Closely monitor vital signs and telemetry; administer medications.
• Manage wounds and drains and coordinate with the care team for safe discharge.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Telemetry

Vital signs monitoring

Wound care

Patient education

Education

RN License

BSN preferred

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.