RN - Ortho/Spine Full Time (New Graduate Nurses Welcome to Apply)

Find your calling at Mercy!

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:

Incentives:

• Experienced Nurse Sign on Bonus up to $20,000 for select departments

• Graduate Nurse Sign on Bonus $15,000

• Stay Premium Program

• Education Assistance

  • Up to $20,000 Loan Forgiveness for new grad nurses

  • Tuition Reimbursement $2,000 per year

• Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance

• PTO/Vacation Time 

• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds

• Shift Differentials

Overview:

We are a high-paced, high-energy 36 bed Orthopedic Unit, specializing in the care of spinal surgery patients, along with medical patients. We have an exceptional unit highlighted by teamwork and dedication. We are a growing team who is working towards becoming a Center of Excellence and Joint Commission Certified Spine Program.

• 5:1 Patient to Nurse Ratio

• 1 of 2 Inpatient Units Dedicated to post operative spine patients

• Advanced Certification and Education Oriented Unit

• Dedicated Spine Specialization Program

Personalized Orientation Process focusing on competent care of the postoperative spine

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 acquisition of certification within department required timeframe.

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.

keyword(s): Orthopedic Spine Nursing Spine Surgery (Pre-op/Post-op) Musculoskeletal Care Spinal Fusion / Laminectomy / Discectomy Neuro-Ortho Nursing Pain Management (Acute & Chronic) Post-Surgical Recovery Mobility & Rehabilitation Patient Education (Spine Precautions) Wound Care (Surgical Incisions)