RN/GN (PCU) - part time, nights - Mercy Jefferson
- $10,000 sign-on bonus
- Nights
- BLS
- BSN
- RN license
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open telemetry nurse jobs in Missouri post a median of $40.52 an hour, the middle half $40.14–$57.38, across 58 jobs that state their pay. Telemetry nurses employed in Missouri earn a median of $39.32 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Find your calling at Mercy!
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
Premium Night Shift Sign On Bonus
Graduate Nurse $10,000
Experienced Nurse $13,000
Cardiac Med Intermediate RN
24 hours per week, Nights
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Festus, MO 63028
We are also known as the Progressive Care Unit or PCU. Our unit is an intermediate unit that is a step down from our intensive care but a step above med/surg as far as patient acuity
Cardiac, Respiratory distress, Septic.
No vents. - Mainly serve cardiac patients, also acute respiratory (no vents/but high flow ) 02 needs/new bipap, etc. then mix of any other disease process in which the physicians determine patient is too sick for floor; but not yet ICU level of care.
Fast paced unit combining aspects of ED and ICU into one department--busyness of ED & critical care aspect of ICU.
Requires and builds strong assessment skills and teamwork
Qualifications
Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
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.
Certifications
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
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.
From Mercy's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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