RN- Throughput Center - Nights, Full Time (Remote)

<h1><span style="color:#a33600"><b>Find your calling at Mercy!</b></span></h1><p></p>Job Summary:<br>As the critical gateway to our health system, the Throughput RN plays a pivotal role in shaping first impressions and delivering a brand-defining experience for patients, their families, and healthcare partners. This high-performance position requires professionals who excel in communication, coordination, and clinical judgment to seamlessly facilitate patient admissions and transfers. By expertly matching patient needs to facility resources and ensuring optimal bed placement, the Throughput RN upholds our commitment to quality, safety, and compassion.<br>Through proactive engagement and collaborative problem-solving, the Throughput RN is entrusted with the responsibility of guiding patients and referring providers through the complex transfer process. This role not only optimizes acceptance coordination but also demonstrates our sincere gratitude to those who choose to place their trust in our care. Acting as a medical consultant, mediator, and resource, the Throughput RN ensures that each patient’s journey into our system is characterized by efficiency, empathy, and excellence—solidifying our reputation as a leader in healthcare delivery.<br><br>This Position Is Fully Remote:<br>• A high-speed internet connection is required.<br>• Candidates must reside within 1 hour of a Mercy Hospital to allow for on-site presence in case of technical difficulties.<p></p><h1><span style="color:#005cb9"><b>Position Details:</b></span></h1><p></p><p><b>🌐 Remote RN Opportunity</b><br /><i>Non-Patient Contact Role | Must Reside Within 1 hour of a Mercy Hospital</i></p><p></p><p><i><b>3-12hour shifts</b> 6:45p-7:15a</i></p><p></p><p><b>Who We Are:</b></p><p><br />Mercy’s HUB—also known as the Patient Placement and Staffing Center, Throughput Center, or Transfer Center—is a dynamic, centralized team that supports:</p><ul><li><p><b>Patient Placement & Bed Planning</b></p></li><li><p><b>Staffing & Nursing Logistics</b></p></li><li><p><b>Coordination of Patient Transfers into Mercy Hospitals (East Region)</b></p></li></ul><p>This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced acute care nurse who wants to stay clinically engaged without the physical demands of bedside nursing. Our HUB nurses work remotely via phone and computer to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.</p><p></p><p><b>Position Overview:</b></p><p><br />The <b>East Region Throughput Center RN</b> serves as a clinical expert and point of contact for:</p><ul><li><p>Providers and facilities initiating patient transfers or admissions to Mercy hospitals.</p></li><li><p>Assigning patients to appropriate units based on facility-specific criteria.</p></li><li><p>Staffing coordination and logistics.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>You’ll use EMR modules, electronic scheduling systems, and collaborate with care teams to ensure a seamless, reliable experience for patients, providers, and coworkers.</p><p></p><p><b>This Position Is Fully Remote:</b></p><ul><li><p>A <b>high-speed internet connection</b> is required.</p></li><li><p>Candidates <b>must reside within 1 hour of one of the below locations </b>to allow for on-site presence in case of technical difficulties.</p><ul><li><p><b>Mercy- St Louis</b></p></li><li><p><b>Mercy Jefferson- Festus</b></p></li><li><p><b>Mercy South- South St Louis County</b></p></li><li><p><b>Mercy Washington- Washington, MO</b></p></li><li><p><b>Mercy Lincoln- Troy, MO</b></p></li><li><p><b>Mercy Southeast - Cape Girardeau, MO</b></p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What You’ll Need to Succeed:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>RN License</b> – Current <b>RN license in the state of Missouri</b> required.</p></li><li><p><b>Experience</b> – Minimum 3 years in Telemetry or higher acuity nursing</p></li><li><p><b>Certifications</b> – BLS required</p></li><li><p><b>Skills & Traits:</b></p><ul><li><p>Excellent time management and organizational skills</p></li><li><p>Strong verbal and written communication</p></li><li><p>Demonstrates “Contagious Calm” in high-pressure situations</p></li><li><p>Self-driven and able to work independently with minimal supervision</p></li><li><p>Flexible, collaborative, and improvement-oriented</p></li><li><p>Strong leadership and customer service mindset</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><b>Why Mercy?</b></p><ul><li><p>💸 <b>Tuition Reimbursement</b> – Up to $2,000/year</p></li><li><p>🏥 <b>Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance</b></p></li><li><p>🕒 <b>PTO/Vacation Time</b></p></li><li><p>💰 <b>Employer-Matched Retirement Funds</b></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>#BeAMercyNurse</b><br />Join a compassionate, hardworking team that’s redefining how care is coordinated across Mercy’s East Region.</p><p></p><h1><span style="color:#537824"><b>Why Mercy?</b></span></h1><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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.</p>

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