Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy! Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years. Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital. Overview Core Charge Nurses provide leadership for nursing staff on their scheduled shifts. They collaborate with Nursing Department Directors, Managers, and Hospital Shift Supervisors to provide the personnel, workplace, and technology resources necessary for the provision of safe, high quality patient and family care. Core Charge Nurses solve problems effectively, communicating and collaborating with all stakeholders. Demonstrates understanding and commitment to the Children's Mercy Lean System and contributes to operational excellence. They maintain clinical expertise by providing direct patient and family care, working with staff on a regularly scheduled basis. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources. Responsibilities Oversees daily planning, assessment, and decision making to provide the resources necessary for the provision of safe, high-quality patient and family care in the intermediate care environment (areas providing acute inpatient care or complex outpatient care). Maintains clinical expertise by providing direct patient and family care, working with staff on a regularly scheduled basis. Collaborates with the department leadership team in the management of personnel. Demonstrates and promotes accountability, communication, relationship management, teamwork, and collaboration with all stakeholders. Oversees daily operations in the intermediate care environment (areas providing acute inpatient care or complex outpatient care) to ensure appropriate staffing resources and clinical competencies are available for the department to function successfully. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree BSN required and 2-5 years experience. Neonatal or pediatric work experience. One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provide Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire Specialty Certification relevant to unit’s patient population (determined by Nurse Manager/Director) Preferred Benefits at Children's Mercy The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits. Starting Pay Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $36.16/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience. EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free. CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.
If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for positions and apply. Residency Clinical Nurse RN - Truman and Lakewood Medical Center (Various Shifts)101 Truman Medical Center Job Location UH Lakewood Medical Center, University Health Truman Medical CenterKansas City, Missouri Department Position Type Full time Work Schedule varied Hours Per Week 36 Job Description Kickstart Your Nursing Career with Our Nurse Residency Program! Are you a newly graduated nurse ready to make an impact? Do you have less than one year of experience and no prior acute care experience since graduation? If so, our Nurse Residency Program (NRP) is the perfect place to launch your career! Why Choose Our Nurse Residency Program? ✔ Hands-On Learning : Work in diverse patient care settings— acute care, operating room, behavioral health, women’s services, critical care, emergency care, and ambulatory care . ✔ Expert Support : Transition from student to RN with a structured 1-year residency program designed for your success. ✔ Skill Development : Engage in evidence-based practice projects, program evaluations, and professional committees . ✔ Career Growth : Build confidence while providing care to patients with acute, chronic, and terminal illnesses . ✔ Team Collaboration : Work alongside an interdisciplinary team , contribute to patient-centered care, and even supervise nursing students . What You’ll Do ▶ Assess & Plan : Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments based on diagnosis and care needs. ▶ Deliver High-Quality Care : Utilize the nursing process to plan, perform, delegate, and evaluate care. ▶ Follow Best Practices : Provide care in alignment with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act, the Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses, and regulatory standards . ▶ Stay Engaged : Participate in professional development activities and unit-specific growth opportunities. Minimum Requirements – Do You Check These Boxes? ✅ ✔ Education : Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program . ✔ Licensure : A current Missouri RN license before starting the NRP. New graduates must pass the NCLEX-RN within 90 days of graduation . ✔ Experience : Graduate Nurse or Registered Nurse with less than 1 year of experience (from graduation to hire date) and no prior work in an acute care setting . ✔ Certifications : Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers upon hire. ✔ Residency Commitment : Agree to complete the full 1-year NRP and commit to 1 year of work upon successful completion. ✔ Professional Development : Fulfill all program and unit-specific development requirements during the residency year. Ready to Take the Leap? If you're passionate about learning, growing, and making a real difference , this is your time to shine ! Apply today and start your nursing career with the best team by your side.
