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What they do
A Medical Surgery Registered Nurse cares for adult patients in a clinical setting within a surgery. Works on the surgical floor of a hospital, with supervision from a Surgeon as part of a surgery nursing team. Coordinates care for patients with a range of different medical issues.
$86,961 / year median in Missouri
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Mercy is seeking an RN MedSurg to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care on a fast-paced medical-surgical unit. You'll assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, and educate patients and families. Responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring conditions, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting safe discharges. At Mercy, you'll work in a collaborative culture focused on diversity, professional growth, and continuous learning while contributing directly to improved patient outcomes across our Midwest communities. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive medical-surgical nursing care to diverse adult patient populations. Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans. Administer medications and treatments safely, including IV therapy, per provider orders and protocols. Monitor, interpret, and document patient status, vital signs, labs, and telemetry as indicated. Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate high-quality care. Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge plans. Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Follow infection control, safety, and quality standards to ensure a safe care environment. Support safe discharge planning and transitions of care. Participate in ongoing education, competency validation, and quality improvement initiatives. Required Skills Medical-surgical nursing Patient assessment Care planning IV therapy and phlebotomy Medication administration Wound care Telemetry monitoring Electronic Health Records (EHR) Patient and family education Infection control