RN GIG - Flex/Per Diem/PRN - Mercy Springfield And Surrounding Communities

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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 caregivers. 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:

MERCY HOSPITAL Springfield and Surrounding Communities

Department: GIG

Status: PRN/Per Diem/Flex/Float

Shift: Various Shifts Available

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Incentives:

$40/hour + Variable Shift Incentives
W-2 Employee
Minimum of 12 hours worked every 90 days
4, 8, or 12 hour shifts available
Flexible work throughout the community, when you are available

Overview:

Are you seeking a flexible incentivized Registered Nurse position? Ability to pick up day shift OR night shift- whatever works best for you! No weekend, holiday, or shift requirement. Participation in the Gig Nursing Program requires being responsible for scheduling a minimum number of hours, being available on short notice, being flexible and subject to last minute shift cancellation. The Gig Nursing Program does not offer guaranteed shift hours and will be the first for cancellation.

Departments Utilizing GIG RNs:

Behavioral Health (BH)
Emergency Department (ED)
Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Medical-Surgical (MS)
Women's Health (L&D, NICU, M&B)

Qualifications:

Required Education:
- Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program
Preferred Education:
- BSN
Licensure:
- Is responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current compact RN license
Experience:
- One year of recent bed-side RN experience to work Med Surg.
- For all other specialties (ED, ICU, etc.) a minimum of two years of recent bed-side RN experience.
Certifications:
- For Med Surg, Behavioral Health, and Women's Health (L&D, NICU, M&B) - BLS
For Critical Care (CC) - BLS, ACLS
For Emergency Department (ED) - BLS, ACLS, & PALS
Additional Certifications may be required after start
Preferred Experience:
- Epic experience

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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