Find your calling at Mercy! Job Profile Summary
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.
Position Details: Come join Mercy Hospital Washington! RN - Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit
Mercy Hospital Washington
Part Time 24 hrs/week
Shift: Nights 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Incredible Incentives & Benefits: - Stay Premium Pay: Earn up to $8/hr extra based on your years of Mercy service
- Loan Forgiveness: Up to $20,000 for new grad nurses
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $2,000/year
- Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- PTO + Vacation Time + ESB (Extended Sick Bank)
- Employer-Matched Retirement Plan
- Shift Differentials
About Our Unit - Click here to learn more about our unit!
Welcome to our high-energy, fast-paced 30-bed Surgical & Orthopedic Care Unit. Our diverse patient population includes a broad range of medical and post-operative cases, such as:
Orthopedic procedures: knees, hips, shoulders
General surgeries: appendectomy, cholecystectomy, colon resections
Specialized care: bariatric surgery, sepsis, pancreatitis, and stable pneumothorax
We maintain a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6, supported by highly skilled Patient Care Associates to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care delivery.
What truly sets us apart is our exceptional team - a group of professionals known for their:
Clinical expertise
Unmatched dedication
Strong collaboration
Empathy and compassion
If you're looking for a unit that values teamwork, continuous learning, and patient-centered care, you'll find it here.
Qualifications
Education & Licensure:
Graduate of an accredited RN program
Active RN license (state-specific or compact)
Must meet all state board of nursing requirements
Certifications Required:
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BLS - Basic Life Support (or within 30 days of hire)
Any unit-specific certifications (with timeline for completion)
Physical Requirements:
Regularly lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs
Prolonged standing/walking throughout shift
Ability to bend, kneel, twist, squat as needed
Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
