Graduate Nurse Resident - CPCU to ICU Career Path

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Registered Nurse – Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (CPCU)
Location: Mercy Hospital
Department: Cardiac Progressive Care
Schedule: Full-Time / Nights
Employment Type: Non Exempt
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Overview
Mercy is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (CPCU). In this role, you will provide high quality, patient centered care to adults with complex cardiac conditions who require continuous monitoring and specialized nursing support. Our CPCU team delivers exceptional care in a collaborative, mission driven environment anchored in Mercy's values of service, dignity, justice, excellence, and stewardship.

Position Details:

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to cardiac progressive care patients, following evidence‑based practice and Mercy standards.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and patient responses, intervening promptly as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and procedures with accuracy and clinical judgment.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members to create and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families on cardiac conditions, treatment plans, medications, and post‑discharge care.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately within the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and uphold patient safety practices.
• Support Mercy's mission by providing compassionate care and maintaining a healing environment.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state-specific).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in cardiac, telemetry, PCU, or critical care nursing.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (or obtained within a specified timeframe).
• NIH Stroke Scale certification (if applicable to unit protocols).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation and clinical assessment skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and Mercy's values.
• Adaptability and sound critical‑thinking skills.

Why Join Mercy?

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and a mission‑driven work culture.
• Opportunities for advancement within a large, nationally recognized health system.
• A collaborative CPCU team dedicated to excellent patient outcomes.

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.