RN - Med/Surg- Adults & Peds - PRN

Mercy Hospital Washington

Department: RN- Med/Surg- Adult/Peds

Status: PRN

Shift: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends

Required: 1 Major Holiday & 1 Minor Holiday

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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 1 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.

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