RN - Med/Surg - Adults/Peds - PRN

Mercy Hospital Washington

Department : RN - Med / Surg -Adults / Peds

Status : PRN

Must have 1 year of recent bedside experience!

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Expectations / Incentives :

Shift Differentials

• PRN co-workers are expected to work a minimum of thirty-six (36) hours per six-week scheduling period as outlined in Mercy’s scheduling timeline
• PRN co-workers will accept these shifts during self-scheduling.
• One twelve-hour (12) shift of weekend time per schedule (Friday 3 pm to Monday 7 am)
• Holidays
• 1 summer and one winter twelve-hour (12) shift
• Incentives on shifts on shifts picked up after your 36 hours are complete within a 6 week scheduleing.

Overview :

We are a high-energy, fast-paced 30 bed Medical / Surgical / Adult & Pediatric unit that cares for medical and post-operative patients.

These patients are primarily adults 18 years and older. However, we also care for approximately 1-2 pediatric patients per month.

Our patient population consists of but not limited to post-op knees, hips, shoulders, colon resections, bariatric surgery, sepsis, pancreatitis, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and stable pneumothorax.

Our nurse-to-patient ratio is 1 : 6 with the assistance of Patient Care Associates. We have an exceptional unit highlighted by coworkers with knowledge, dedication, teamwork, empathy, and compassion .

Qualifications :

• Education : Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program
• Licensure : Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and / or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Physical requirements / demands : Position requires individuals to push, pull, and / or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift. Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

• Certifications :
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
• Other unit specific certifications as required or or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe.

For additional information, please reach out to [email protected]