Local Nurse RN, StepDown Pay up to $1,710/WK

Local Nurse RN, StepDown

Mercy Hospital Springfield Springfield, Missouri

Job Shift: 07:00 PM 07:00 AM | Work Week Hours: 36.0 | Weekly Pay: Up to $1,764/WK

Start Date: 10/19/2026

Registered Nurse (RN) Step-Down Unit

If you are passionate about providing intermediate-level care, join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Step-Down Unit. In this role, you will care for patients transitioning from intensive care who require close monitoring but not ICU-level support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuously monitor patient vitals and conditions, responding promptly to any changes or complications.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized patient care plans effectively.
• Educate patients and families on treatment regimens, recovery processes, and discharge planning.
• Create accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions provided, and outcomes achieved in medical records systems.

Work Environment:

• The role is based in hospital Step-Down Units serving patients requiring intermediate-level monitoring and support.
• This position requires strong clinical judgment, adaptability, effective communication skills, and the ability to handle dynamic healthcare situations calmly.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary with potential for career growth within progressive care nursing specialties or leadership roles.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance coverage, retirement savings options, and paid leave policies.
• Supportive continuing education resources designed to maintain licensure requirements and enhance progressive care nursing competencies.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Your commitment to delivering high-quality intermediate-level patient care is greatly appreciated. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where every employee can thrive professionally while positively impacting patient health outcomes daily.

*This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.

Additional Employer Description

Qualifications: -Education: Graduate of a state approved professional nurse program. -Licensure: Current RN licensure with Missouri State Board of Nursing or current RN Missouri temporary work permit. -Experience: 1+ year step down -Certifications: Must have a current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider card, Must have a current ACLS card - Assesses the physical, psychosocial, and educational needs of the patient. Plans and implements nursing care according to patient and family needs. Makes appropriate interventions based upon individual patient needs. Evaluates patient responses to nursing interventions. Assumes personal responsibility for quality patient care, patient satisfaction, environment, and professional development.