# Registered Nurse or Graduate Nurse - Pediatric Emergency Department Full Time Nights at Mercy

- Company: [Mercy](https://mercy.net)
- Location: Springfield, MO
- Type: Full-time · Entry
- Posted: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://mercy.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MercyCareers/job/Mercy-Hospital-Springfield/Registered-Nurse---Pediatric-Emergency--Non-Exempt---10013N-_JR264823
- Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/registered-nurse-or-graduate-nurse-pediatric-emergency-depar-e7772fbb

## Summary by newgrad.ai

What you'll do:

- Deliver patient care using the nursing process in the pediatric emergency department.
- Coordinate care with other departments and evaluate the effectiveness of provided services.
- Participate in a year-long residency program tailored to your specialty area.

What they're looking for:

- Graduates of an accredited registered professional nursing program.
- Current RN license in the hiring state or compact licensure.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks like standing and bending.
- Basic Life Support certification or completion within 30 days of hire.

Pay and perks:

- Sign-on bonuses ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 based on experience.
- Up to $20,000 in loan forgiveness and $2,000 annual tuition reimbursement.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
- Shift and weekend differentials plus $3,000 in relocation assistance.

## Posting

Find your calling at Mercy!

### 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.

Nurse Residency Available: Mercy Springfield offers a year-long Nurse Residency Program tailored to the specialty area in which each nurse is hired. All graduate nurses participate in the program, along with select experienced nurses based on their individual experience and professional development needs.

### Position Details

### Incentives

- New Grad $5,000 Sign On Bonus
- 1-2 years’ RN experience Sign On Bonus $13,000
- 3-4 years’ RN experience Sign On Bonus $15,000
- 5+ years’ RN experience Sign On Bonus $20,000
- Education Assistance:
- Up to $20,000 Loan Forgiveness for new grad nurses
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 per year
- $3000 Relocation Assistance for full time only
- Weekend Differential
- Shift Differential for qualifying hours between 3pm-7am
- Weekend Option Days: WEO rates + weekend differential
- Weekend Option Nights: WEO rates + weekend differential + straight night shift differential
- New Increased Weekend Option Differential: $10.00 RN
- Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
- PTO/Vacation Time Frontload Up to 80 Hours for Experienced RNs for full time only
- Employer-Matched Retirement Funds

### 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.
- Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
- 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

Nurse Residency Available: Mercy Springfield offers a year-long Nurse Residency Program tailored to the specialty area in which each nurse is hired. All graduate nurses participate in the program, along with select experienced nurses based on their individual experience and professional development needs.

### 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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