Surgical Stepdown RN: Advanced Postop Care & Growth

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgical Stepdown unit. You will provide complex post-surgical care, 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 emphasizes compassion, ongoing clinical education, and advancement opportunities within a team-based

Qualifications

• Licensed as Registered Nurse in the United States
• Experience in post-surgical or medical-surgical care
• Ability to manage wounds and drains
• Skilled in patient and family education

Responsibilities

• Provide complex post-surgical care
• Closely monitor vital signs and telemetry
• Administer prescribed medications
• Manage wounds and drains
• Educate patients and families and support discharge planning

Skills

Registered Nurse

Telemetry monitoring

Wound care

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgical Stepdown unit. You will provide complex post-surgical care, 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 emphasizes compassion, ongoing clinical education, and advancement opportunities within a team-based