Acute Care RN - Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (Hiring Immediately)
Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. Aledo is a safe, close-knit community with excellent schools in the Mercer County School District. Families appreciate small class sizes and strong extracurricular programs. Cultural life centers on local parks, historic downtown and community events, with Quad Cities amenities just a short drive away. MercyOne Genesis Aledo Medical Center is a 22-bed critical access hospital in western Illinois and Mercy County's sole healthcare provider, delivering emergency care, cardiac rehab infusion, lab, imaging (3D mammography), skilled care, pulmonary and sleep services, therapy and surgery. It earned Chartis Center's 2025 Performance Leadership Award for rural hospital quality and patient perspective. Want to learn more about MercyOne Genesis? Click here: MercyOne Genesis | Stronger. Together. As One! Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Registered Nurse! As a Registered Nurse at MercyOne, you will provide and direct safe, effective, and culturally competent care for patients with acute medical and surgical conditions. Through evidence-based practice, utilizes critical thinking to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate outcome-based care. The Acute Care RN manages a diverse patient population with varying levels of acuity, including post-operative, medical, telemetry, and neurologic patients. Supervises and coordinates care provided by LPNs, Patient Care Assistants, and other nursing team members. Facilitates communication with physicians, patients and families, and interdisciplinary team members. Adheres to MercyOne’s performance expectations and upholds the Mission, Vision, and Values of MercyOne. Essential Functions: Conducts assessment Identifies patient problems and develops plan of care Implements outcome/goal - based plan of care Evaluates patient progress and revises the outcome/goal - based plan as needed Communicates relevant clinical information to the team to optimize patient outcomes/goals Demonstrates clinical competence Manages telemetry and cardiac monitoring when applicable Provides care appropriate to the age-related needs of the patients served on his/her assigned unit Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior. Schedule: PRN Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in nursing required Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Registered Nurse in Illinois American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required only if the unit has telemetry monitoring capabilities Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. Pay Range: $32.74 - $49.11 per hour Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
