Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical, Weekends
On-site · Cahokia, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical 7W Weekend Option provides direct patient care using the nursing process, coordinates patient care with other departments, and upholds patient rights and confidentiality. The unit focuses on cardiac rhythm interpretation, acute medical care, and fast-paced patient management for adults with common conditions such as cellulitis, pneumonia, UTIs, chest pain, GI issues, COPD exacerbations, and medically stable COVID. Responsibilities include evaluating care effectiveness, ensuring professional accountability, and supporting ongoing professional growth. The role offers weekend scheduling (Fri–Sun, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM) with a weekend incentive of $20/hour, sign-on bonuses up to $10,000 for experienced nurses and up to $5,000 for new graduates, and access to loan forgiveness and tuition assistance programs. The Mercy environment emphasizes compassionate care and opportunities for advancement within the healthcare system.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with one of the following: Associate Degree in Nursing, Nursing Diploma, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri or compact licensure
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, or completion within 30 days of hire
- Experience: Previous hospital experience preferred or may be required depending on the unit
- Schedule: Full-Time, 36 hours/week, Weekend option (Fri, Sat, Sun)
- Unit-specific duties: Medical 7W responsibilities include care for adult patients with diagnoses such as cellulitis, pneumonia, UTIs, chest pain, GI issues, COPD exacerbations, and medically stable COVID patients
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