RN - Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit - Full Time - Days

About the role

Find your calling at Mercy! Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details: Registered Nurse (RN) Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit Full Time (36hrs/wk) Days Mercy Hospital Washington Washington, MO Job Details Position: Registered Nurse (RN)Department: Surgical & Orthopedic Care UnitLocation: Mercy Hospital WashingtonSchedule: Full-Time, 36 Hours per WeekShift: Nights, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM Sign-On Bonus $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced Registered Nurses$15,000 Sign-On Bonus for New Graduate Nurses RN Benefits & Incentives Mercy offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your career growth, financial well-being, and work-life balance.Earn up to $8 per hour additional pay through Mercy's Stay Premium Program based on years of serviceUp to $20,000 Loan Forgiveness for qualifying new graduate nursesUp to $2,000 Annual Tuition ReimbursementMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance starting Day OnePaid Time Off (PTO), Vacation Time, and Extended Sick Bank (ESB)Employer-Matched Retirement PlanNight Shift Differential PayWeekend Option Bonus of $20 per hour for eligible RNs About the Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit Join a fast-paced, high-acuity 30-bed Surgical and Orthopedic Unit that cares for a diverse population of medical and post-surgical patients. Nurses on this unit gain valuable experience in both medical-surgical nursing and orthopedic nursing while working alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team. Patient Populations Include: Orthopedic surgery patients including total knee, hip, and shoulder replacementsPost-operative general surgery patientsAppendectomiesCholecystectomiesColon resectionsBariatric surgery patientsSepsis treatment and recoveryPancreatitis careStable pneumothorax management Unit Highlights Nurse-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:6Dedicated Patient Care Associates providing supportStrong teamwork cultureCollaborative nursing environmentProfessional development and continuing education opportunitiesPatient-centered care model What Makes Mercy Different? Our team is known for:Clinical excellenceCompassionate patient careTeam collaborationProfessional growth and mentorshipCommitment to quality outcomesWhether you're an experienced RN or a new graduate nurse, you'll find opportunities to develop your skills in medical-surgical nursing, orthopedic nursing, and post-operative patient care. Registered Nurse Qualifications Required Education Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program Licensure Active Registered Nurse (RN) licenseMissouri RN License or Compact State RN LicenseMust meet all applicable state board of nursing requirements Certifications BLS (Basic Life Support) required within 30 days of hireACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) requiredAdditional unit-specific certifications as required Physical Requirements Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 poundsAbility to stand and walk for extended periodsAbility to bend, kneel, squat, twist, and perform physical patient care activities Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us. keyword(s): Registered Nurse, RN, Med Surg RN, Medical Surgical Nurse, Orthopedic Nurse, Surgical Nurse, Staff Nurse, Bedside Nurse, Acute Care RN, Hospital Nurse, Night Shift RN, New Graduate Nurse, Registered Nurse Jobs Missouri, Washington MO Nursing Jobs, Orthopedic Nursing, Post-Operative Nursing, Full-Time RN, Healthcare Careers, Mercy Hospital Washington.