PICUCICU Graduate Nurse DEC 2026 Grads or Experienced RN's

Thanks for your interest in Childrens Mercy!

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team At Childrens Mercy we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years.

Childrens Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City a metro abounding in cultural experiences vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in childrens health we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

Are you graduating in DEC 2026 and interested in the PICU or CICU If so we are hiring another graduate nurse group to start in May of 2027! Experienced RNs with less than 1 year experience are also welcome to apply!

If you are graduating in May of 2027 you will not apply to this posting but instead apply to the Graduate Nurse - Spring/Summer 2027 posting.

Registered nurses provide illness management and health promotion for patients and families who require care. Registered staff nurses utilize the nursing process and knowledge of scientific principles to provide safe high quality comprehensive and age appropriate nursing care for their assigned patients. Registered staff nurses provide patient and family education and advocate for their needs. Registered nurses coordinate patient care with nonprofessional personnel as necessary.

At Childrens Mercy we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve as well as our core values of kindness curiosity inclusion team and integrity.

Additionally its important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve as well as the Childrens Mercy staff we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccines are a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles mumps rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus diphtheria acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to develop and implement a safe high quality comprehensive and age-appropriate plan of care for the patient and family that promotes optimal patient outcomes.
• Meets the educational needs of the patient and family and advocates for their needs.
• Maintains an environment that is safe comfortable efficient and family-centered.
• Utilizes current research and evidence for practice to expand personal professional knowledge enhance role performance and improve nursing care quality.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree Current employees hired before September 1 2013 are grandfathered and permitted to continue in the direct care nursing role. and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training
• Bachelors Degree Preferred for all direct care nurses hired after September 1 2013. Direct care nurses hired after this date without a BSN must complete their degree within 5 years of their hire date. and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training
• One of the following: Licensed RN - MO Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire
• One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire
• RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO
• Employees must obtain Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas or equivalent within 90 days
• Employees must obtain Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri or equivalent within 90 days
• Employees must obtain Licensed RN - Kansas or equivalent within 90 days
• Employees must obtain Licensed RN - MO or equivalent within 90 days
• Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required 90 Days
• Specialty Certification relevant to units patient population (determined by Nurse Manager/Director) Preferred 90 Days

Benefits at Childrens Mercy

The benefits plans at Childrens Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $29.00/hr but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Childrens Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees patients parents and visitors. A personal interview formal education and training previous work experience references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race color religion sex national origin age disability creed genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Childrens Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

Required Experience:

Senior IC