RN - Graduate Nurse Resident - Cardiac Surg Intermediate, Full Time Nights

RN - Graduate Nurse Resident - Cardiac Surg Intermediate, Full Time Nights at Mercy summary: The RN - Graduate Nurse Resident in Cardiac Surgery Intermediate Care provides specialized nursing care to critically ill post-operative cardiothoracic and vascular patients in a 28-bed progressive care unit. This role involves managing advanced therapies such as chest tubes, lytic therapy, vasopressors, and high-flow oxygen systems while collaborating with neuro trauma and ICU teams. The position offers comprehensive benefits, career development programs, and opportunities for specialized critical care training to support professional growth. SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE NO CONTRACT Incentives: New Grad Sign on Bonus up to $5,000 for select departments Experienced Nurse Sign on Bonus up to $20,000 for select departments Relocation Assistance up to $7,000 per policy Stay Premium Program- up to $8/hour based on years of Mercy service 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 Frontload Up to 80 Hours for Experienced RNs Employer-Matched Retirement Funds Shift Differentials New Increased Weekend Option Differential: $10.00 RN 4D is an intermediate ICU otherwise called a Progressive Care Unit. The unit includes a 28 bed fully monitored unit. We provide high acuity care to critically ill post-operative cardiothoracic, vascular patients, and medical overflow. Common therapies seen on 4D are chest tubes management, lytic therapy, antidysrhythmic, low dose vasopressors, Bipap and high flow oxygen systems, insulin drips, and precedex . 4D works closely with Neuro Trauma PCU and ICUs for opportunities to cross train between departments. We are part of the Critical Care Cluster, which includes all ICUs and PCUs. 4D offers you the chance to deliver compassionate care in a setting that is busy, team oriented, and fulfilling. Learning opportunities are endless and team members are dedicated to mentoring. Career path programs are available to transition into ICU units with an 18-month track. 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: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire. Keywords: cardiac nursing, post-operative care, critical care, progressive care unit, ICU training, vasopressors, chest tube management, patient care, graduate nurse residency, healthcare nursing

Location: Springfield, Missouri, US

Posted Date: 7/5/2025