What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Ortho (PRN) position at Mercy?
We’re a Little Different
Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.
At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”
Overview:
The Registered Nurse works under the supervision of the, Manager, House Supervisor and/or Executive Director, and is responsible for the delivery of efficient, safe patient care through the use of the nursing process, hospital policies and procedures. In addition the Registered Nurse works closely with and acts as clinical expert for other professional and ancillary nursing personnel.
Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.
- Licensure: RN Registered Nurse in Kansas, or Nurse Compact State License
- Experience: Must have basic competencies equivalent to those required of unit core nurses. Specialty skills will be approved and assigned on an individual basis. Certifications: BLS Basic Life Support, and ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support to be current before assigned to care for patients independently. In addition TNCC, and PALS required for Critical Care Float, and NRP for NICCU float.
- Other: Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills are required, and the Registered Nurse must be familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Must be able to operate various types of office equipment, including a computer, fax machine, telephone, printer and copy machine. Acts as Charge RN if one is unavailable.
- Preferred Education: Prefer BSN
- Preferred Licensure: Preferred Experience: 3-5 years current, medical surgical or critical care experience in hospital setting and have competencies equivalent to those required of core staff nurses.
- Preferred Certifications: BLS, ACLS, TNCC, PALS
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
RN, Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse
Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.
