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