RN- Peds (Part Time)

Company: Mercy Health
Location: Joplin
Posted on: October 16, 2020

Job Description:

We re a Little Different 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. Overview: Maintains safe patient environment according to AWOHHN, ACOG, and AAP guidelines. Assist in annual unit duties and precepting new co-workers to the unit. Coordinates staffing duties daily Provides call coverage according to guidelines. Maintains Professional and supporting relationships among health care teams by communicating information, responding to request, building rapport and participating in team problem-solving methods. Peforms duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Mercy Service Standards. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures. Promotes patients' independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patients and families to understand condition, medications, newborn and self-care skills; answering questions using methods / strategies that are indiividualized to better promote learning and compliance. Proficient documentation, record maintenance, and Acute Care charging to ensure accurate patient records and billing. Attends monthly unit meeting, completes annual skills labs, and other recommended continued education. Qualifications:

• Required Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited school
• License: Current RN license in Missouri or compact state
• Certifications: PEARS, NRP and BLS completed prior to end of orientation. PALS certification only requires additional BLS certification.
• Other: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English Basic Computer Skills Basic knowledge of office equipment: printer, computer skills, fax machine, and copier We Offer Great Benefits:
  • 5,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs with more than 1 year of experience
  • Up to 80 hours of PTO front load available after department orientation Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 48 hours or more per pay period! We re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care. At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all. What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care that s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
    Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Associated topics: hospice, mhb, neonatal, nurse, nurse clinical, psychiatric, recovery, registed, staff nurse, unit

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