RN - Emergency Department

Company: Mercy
Location: Ozark
Posted on: January 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Registered Nurse - Emergency Department Overview: This position is for a Registered Nurse (RN) within the Emergency Department of a Level 1 Trauma and Stroke facility, tasked with delivering care to patients experiencing a variety of acute medical situations. The RN collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, ensures patient confidentiality, and adheres to the organization's mission and standards. Candidates must possess the appropriate nursing license, relevant hospital experience, and specialized certifications pertinent to emergency care. Discover your purpose with us! Position Summary: Utilizes the nursing process to deliver exceptional patient care. Holds professional accountability for the care provided to assigned patients. Assesses the overall effectiveness of care delivered by other direct caregivers. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with various departments. Upholds patient rights and maintains confidentiality of patient information. Executes responsibilities in alignment with our mission, values, and service standards. Position Highlights: Join a team that makes a difference every day! Sign-On Bonus for New Graduates: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced RNs: Up to $20,000 PTO Frontload: Up to 80 hours for full-time experienced RNs Relocation Assistance: Up to $3,000 for full-time positions Loan Forgiveness for Graduate RNs! Department Overview: The Emergency Trauma Center is an energetic environment where each day presents new challenges! Here are some highlights that make our department exceptional: Recognized as a Level 1 Trauma and Stroke center, providing exemplary trauma services in Missouri and Arkansas. Home to the only Regional Burn Center in the area, serving Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Features 70 examination and treatment areas, including 6 designated trauma suites. Includes an 11-bed Pediatric Emergency Department staffed by specialized Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physicians. Offers specialized Behavioral Health resources and treatment areas. Implements a SANE Program. Fosters strong, collaborative relationships with Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physicians. Provides an Emergency Trauma Center Nursing Fellowship, a full-time, hands-on program aimed at enhancing skills and confidence in a fast-paced setting. Our team is dedicated to serving a diverse community, committed to fulfilling Christ’s healing ministry while continuing a legacy of over 130 years of Catholic service. Established by the Sisters of Mercy in 1891, our services extend throughout southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas. At our organization, we aim to deliver outstanding care to the 72,000 patients we serve each year. As a professional nurse in our Emergency Trauma Center, you will engage with nearly every healthcare specialty, caring for patients ranging from those with minor ailments to those facing life-threatening conditions. Qualifications: Education: Graduate from a State-approved School of Nursing. Licensure: Must hold a current RN license from the Missouri State Board of Nursing or a temporary work permit. Experience: Hospital-based experience is required, with a preference for at least one year in an Emergency Department. Certifications: RNs in the Emergency Trauma Center and Acute Care must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card or complete a course during their probationary period. Additionally, they must have a current ACLS card or complete a course within six months of hire, as well as current PALS or ENPC and TNCC certifications, or complete these courses within one year of hire. Why Choose Us? From your first day, we provide exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition assistance, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period. Join a compassionate, collaborative team where your input is valued. At our organization, you will help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and empathy. As we expand, you will have opportunities to grow alongside us. By submitting your application, you agree to the transmission of your information to the Employer through the designated data processor. Keywords: Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Trauma Nursing, Patient Care, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, Healthcare Provider, Hospital Nurse, Emergency Medicine

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