Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Responsibilities

Utilize the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintain professional accountability for patient care of assigned patients. Evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinate patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Perform duties and responsibilities consistent with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (associate’s degree, diploma, or BSN).

Licensure: Personally responsible for obtaining and maintaining a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure, and for meeting all state board of nursing requirements.

Certifications: Basic Life Support certification (American Heart Association or successful completion of an equivalent course within 30 days of hire). One or more of the following may be required, based on the unit hired to, or for certification upon department required timeframe:

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
• OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, and Emotional Support)

Six Assessment & Care Modules, C‑EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification), and other unit‑specific certifications as required.

Physical Requirements:

Position requires ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs regularly; prolonged standing and walking during each shift; ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

From day one, Mercy provides outstanding benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and a matched retirement plan for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

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