Surgical Stepdown Registered Nurse

@ Mercy

Surgical Stepdown Registered Nurse

Festus, MO
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About the job

Mercy provides compassionate healthcare and offers a Surgical Stepdown unit. The RN role focuses on post-surgical care, patient monitoring, medication administration, education, and teamwork to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Requirements

  • Valid nursing license
  • Experience in surgical care
  • Patient monitoring skills
  • Team collaboration

Qualifications

  • Nursing degree or diploma
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Full job description

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Surgical Stepdown unit. In this role, you will provide complex post-surgical care, closely monitor vital signs and telemetry, administer medications, and manage wounds and drains. You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to develop and implement individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and support safe discharge. Mercy’s culture of compassion and growth offers access to ongoing clinical education, innovative care practices, and advancement opportunities within a supportive, team-based environment.
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