About this role
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:
PRN Emergency Department RN (ED RN)
Mercy Hospital Washington | Experienced Nurses Preferred
Washington, MO
Emergency Department (ED)
PRN | Flexible Scheduling
Variable Shifts Available
Looking for Flexibility Without Leaving Emergency Nursing?
You're an experienced ED nurse who values flexibility, but you still want meaningful work, strong teammates, and the opportunity to practice at the top of your license.
At Mercy Hospital Washington , our Emergency Department offers PRN nurses the chance to stay connected to the excitement of emergency medicine while maintaining the work-life balance they need.
Whether you're supplementing income, balancing family commitments, pursuing school, or simply seeking scheduling flexibility, you'll find a supportive team and rewarding opportunities here.
Why PRN Nurses Choose Mercy
✅ Competitive PRN Pay
✅ Shift Differentials Available
✅ Flexible Scheduling Options
✅ Supportive Leadership Team
✅ Work Alongside Experienced RNs, Paramedics & Providers
✅ Stay Current with Emergency & Trauma Skills
✅ Opportunity to Care for Both Adult & Pediatric Patients
✅ Collaborative Team Environment
Emergency Department Highlights
26-Bed Emergency Department
⚕️ 1:4 Nurse-to-Patient Ratio
喙 Fast-Paced Emergency Medicine Environment
Adult & Pediatric Emergency Care
欄 Supported by Patient Care Technicians, Paramedics, and Patient Support Associates
Team Known for Collaboration, Respect, and Exceptional Patient Care
As the area's emergency care destination, you'll encounter a wide variety of cases, including:
- Trauma Emergencies
- Cardiac Events
- Stroke Patients
- Respiratory Emergencies
- Sepsis Management
- Critical Care Patients
- Behavioral Health Emergencies
- Pediatric Emergencies
What You'll Do
As a PRN Emergency Department Registered Nurse , you'll utilize advanced assessment skills, critical thinking, and emergency nursing expertise to provide life-saving care when patients need it most.
Responsibilities include:
- Rapid assessment and triage
- Emergency stabilization and intervention
- Management of high-acuity patients
- Collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams
- Trauma and emergency response
- Patient and family education
- Delivery of exceptional, compassionate care
Qualifications
Required
✔ Current RN License (Missouri or Compact State License)
✔ Previous Emergency Department, ICU, Critical Care, Trauma, or Acute Care Nursing Experience Preferred
✔ Strong Critical Thinking and Clinical Assessment Skills
✔ Ability to Thrive in a Fast-Paced Environment
✔ Ability to Push, Pull, and Lift 50 Pounds
Certifications
❤️ BLS (Within 30 Days of Hire)
ACLS Required
Additional Unit-Specific Certifications as Required
⭐ PALS, TNCC, and CEN Certifications Preferred
Perfect For Nurses Who Are
- Looking for PRN or supplemental income
- Interested in maintaining ED skills while working a flexible schedule
- Seeking work-life balance without sacrificing patient care
- Experienced ER or ICU nurses wanting extra shifts
- Returning to bedside nursing
- Retired or semi-retired nurses who still love emergency medicine
Join Mercy's Emergency Department Team
If you're an experienced ED RN, ER Nurse, Emergency Department Nurse, Trauma Nurse, Critical Care Nurse, or ICU RN looking for a flexible PRN opportunity, we'd love to meet you.
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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.