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Job description
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) Specialty
PRN | Days & Weekends
Join a team where compassionate care meets clinical excellence. We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) Specialty to provide exceptional patient care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. In this PRN role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families while working alongside a multidisciplinary healthcare team committed to quality outcomes and service excellence.
What You'll Do
As an RN Specialty, you will utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and compassion.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive nursing care to assigned patients while maintaining professional accountability.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate individualized patient care plans.
Involve patients and their families in care decisions while promoting education and self-care.
Assess, document, and update patient care plans to support optimal health outcomes and recovery goals.
Perform safe and effective patient handoffs utilizing tools such as SBAR and bedside reporting.
Monitor, interpret, and communicate clinical findings, laboratory results, and diagnostic data.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
Delegate and supervise patient care activities in accordance with scope of practice and documented competencies.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, department meetings, and professional development activities.
Serve as a patient advocate while protecting patient rights, privacy, and confidentiality.
Support a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous learning.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Licensure
Current unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the applicable state.
Valid driver's license required for Home Infusion nurses.
Certifications
CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Experience
Previous nursing experience is welcome but not required.
Skills & Abilities
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Ability to remain calm and effective during emergency situations.
Knowledge of medications, treatments, patient education, and nursing procedures.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, providers, and team members.
Basic computer and electronic documentation skills.
Why Join Us?
Flexible PRN schedule with day and weekend shifts available
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunity to grow professionally through continuing education and training
Meaningful work that positively impacts patients and families every day
Commitment to evidence-based practice and quality patient outcomes
If you're a compassionate RN who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and make a difference where it matters most.
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.
Worksite address
springfield, MO, 65809, US
Who can apply
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