New Graduate Nurse - Emergency Department (Nights)

About Mercy

Find your calling at Mercy! Our mission is clear: we bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1891, our Springfield services extend across the regions of southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas. For over 130 years, we have continued the tradition of Catholic ministry, striving to serve our diverse community by carrying out Christ's healing ministry.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals—careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents but also your heart. We are proud to be named in Modern Healthcare Magazine's "Top 100 Places to Work." Our supportive community is behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones, offering opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the healthcare experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures.

About the Role

The Emergency Trauma Center is a dynamic department where no day is the same. As a professional nurse here, you will interact with nearly every healthcare specialty, caring for patients ranging from those with minor illnesses to life-threatening diseases or injuries. You will perform direct patient care activities for all age groups, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, while monitoring and coordinating care with ancillary departments to optimize patient comfort.

Our Emergency Trauma Center is a Level 1 Trauma and Stroke center, recognized for outstanding trauma services in both Missouri and Arkansas. We are the area's only Regional Burn Center, serving multistate areas including Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. The facility features 70 exam and treatment areas, including 6 designated trauma suites, 11 beds dedicated to the Pediatric Emergency Department with specialty-trained physicians, and specialty Behavioral Health resources. We also house a SANE Program and maintain positive, cohesive relationships with Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physicians.

Why Join Our Team?

We are a little different. Our team strives to provide exceptional care to the 72,000 patients we serve annually. We offer a pathway dedicated to the growth and success of our Graduate Nurses through the Emergency Trauma Center Nursing Fellowship—a full-time, hands-on program designed to increase your skill set and comfort level in a fast-paced environment.

From day one, you will be part of a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. We encourage you to apply if you share our values: compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission. We are collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care.

Hiring Process

We are looking for candidates who embody our mission and values. If you are ready to join a team that makes a difference every day and offers a career path that matches your unique gifts, we encourage you to apply. New graduates are invited to take advantage of our dedicated growth pathways and support systems.