RN - Med Surg - Mercy Watonga

Mercy Hospital Watonga

Department: Med Surg

Status: Full Time (36 hrs/wk)

Shift: Days

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We are a Critical access hospital with 30 Swing beds along with our Emergency department. We work together to restore patients to their highest level of independence in preparation to return home after hospitalization. We are a multi-disciplinary team that strives to bring that personal touch to healthcare, and serve the rural area of Watonga, OK.

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.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program
• 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.
• Physical requirements/demands: Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift. Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties
• Certifications: ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
  • Other unit specific certifications as required or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe.

Incentives:

• Sign-On Bonus:
  • Up to $20,000 for experienced nurses with 1+ year of experience, available for select departments and full-time positions.
  • $10,000 for new graduate RNs, available for full-time positions
• Stay Premium Program
• Education Assistance:
• Up to $20,000 Loan Forgiveness for new grad nurses
• Tuition Reimbursement $2,000 per year
• Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
• PTO/Vacation Time
• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
• Shift Differentials