RN - Cardiac Telemetry - Full Time - Nights (Washington)

<h1><span style=color:#a33600><b>Find your calling at Mercy!</b></span></h1><p></p>Overview:<br>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.<p></p><h1><span style=color:#005cb9><b>Position Details:</b></span></h1><p></p><div><h1>Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Telemetry – Nights</h1><p>Mercy Hospital Washington – Washington, MO</p><p><b>Employment Type:</b> Full-Time (36 hours/week)<br /><b>Shift:</b> Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)</p><p></p><h2>$20,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced RNs | $15,000 for New Graduates</h2><p>Limited-time hiring incentive. Apply now.</p><p></p><div>New Graduate Nurses Encouraged to Apply!</div><h2>Why This Role Stands Out</h2><ul><li>Competitive RN salary plus shift differential and bonus pay</li><li>Up to $8/hour additional premium pay opportunities</li><li>Weekend option program with up to $20/hour additional pay</li><li>Up to $20,000 student loan forgiveness</li><li>Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 annually</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one</li><li>Paid time off and vacation</li><li>Retirement plan with employer match</li><li>Supportive work environment with strong staffing ratios</li></ul><p></p><h2>Position Overview</h2><p>Mercy Hospital Washington is hiring Registered Nurses for our Cardiac Telemetry unit. This role is ideal for nurses interested in cardiac care, acute care nursing, and advancing clinical skills in a fast-paced hospital setting.</p><p></p><h2>Cardiac Telemetry Nurse Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Provide direct patient care for cardiac and telemetry patients</li><li>Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond to changes in patient condition</li><li>Administer medications and treatments per physician orders</li><li>Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams</li><li>Educate patients and families on cardiac health and recovery</li><li>Maintain accurate patient documentation</li></ul><h2>Unit Details – Cardiac Telemetry</h2><ul><li>35-bed cardiac telemetry unit</li><li>Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4</li><li>Patient care support provided by PCAs</li></ul><h3>Common Diagnoses and Conditions:</h3><ul><li>ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)</li><li>Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)</li><li>Cardiac arrhythmias</li><li>Hypertension and blood pressure management</li><li>Stroke care</li><li>Post-cardiac catheterization recovery</li></ul><h2>Minimum Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Missouri or compact license)</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within 30 days)</li><li>Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within 30 days)</li><li>Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Experience in telemetry, cardiac care, critical care, or medical-surgical nursing</li><li>Strong clinical judgment and patient assessment skills</li></ul><p></p><h2>Apply Today</h2><p>Join Mercy Hospital Washington and grow your nursing career in a high-demand specialty with strong support, leadership, and advancement opportunities.</p></div><p></p><p></p><h1><span style=color:#537824><b>Why Mercy?</b></span></h1><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><br><br>keyword(s): Telemetry RN Cardiac Telemetry Nurse Cardiac RN Telemetry Nurse Cardiac Stepdown RN Progressive Care Unit RN (PCU RN) Cardiac Stepdown Nurse Heart Monitor Nurse Cardiac Monitoring RN<br><br>New Graduate Nurses Encouraged to Apply