RN - Nurse - Wound Center, Full-time - Mercy

Mercy Hospital Jefferson

Where Nurses Come to Grow!

We understand you have invested time and resources into becoming a great nurse. Likewise, Mercy wants to invest in you as you answer your calling!

Shift 7a - 3:30p or 4:30p

No on call, evenings or weekends

We offer many other great benefits and perks, including:

• Shift Differential Pay
• Annual Merit increases based on performance  
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education 
• Health/Dental/Vision available after day one  
• Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA 
• Paid parental leave for new parents 
• 401k with employer match  
• Paid PTO for volunteering  
• Competitive salary 
• Future career growth! 
• Free parking

We’re a Little Different:

Mercy Hospital Jefferson is a 251-bed acute care facility located in Festus, Mo., providing 24-hour emergency room care and a full range of diagnostic, preventive and restorative health care services.

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.”

About Wound Care:

We do every type of wound or ulcer from diabetic foot ulcers, venous leg ulcer, arterial ulcer, surgical wounds, traumatic wounds, skin tears, moisture associated skin damage, pressure injuries, medical device related wounds, wound vacs, ostomy care and management in the inpatient setting, and we have hyperbaric oxygen therapy chambers available for those osteoradio necrosis, cystitis, diabetic foot ulcers, and gas gangrene patients.

Overview:

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.

Qualifications:

• Required Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited school
• License: current RN license 
• Experience: 2 years experience in nursing.
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or can be obtained within 90 days
  • NOTE:  one or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe 

If you would like to connect with the Recruiter for more information before applying, please contact Breana Balthasar at Breana.Balthasar@Mercy.Net.

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