Registered Nurse (RN) - Colo-Rectal Surgery
Company: Children's Mercy
Location: Overland Park
Posted on: March 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Children's Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse
(RN) Colo-Rectal Surgery for a nursing job in North Kansas City,
Missouri. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Colo-Rectal
Surgery - Discipline: RN - Duration: Ongoing - Shift: days -
Employment Type: Staff /nThanks for your interest in Children's
Mercy!:/n 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. /n/nOverview:/n
Children’s Mercy is home to one of a very few Comprehensive
Colorectal Centers in the nation. We take a team-based approach to
care for children with colorectal conditions such as Hirschsprung
disease and other anorectal and pelvic floor disorders. At the
Children's Mercy Comprehensive Colorectal Center (CCC), you will
find the highest level of pediatric colorectal care. The care team
includes providers who are nationally recognized by U.S. News &
World Report for excellence. Children who we treat surgically
receive the highest level care possible through our accredited
surgery center. Registered Nurses in the Surgery Clinics provide
illness management and health promotion for patients and families
who require hospital care. Registered staff nurses utilize the
nursing process and knowledge of scientific principles to provide
safe, high quality, comprehensive, and age appropriate nursing care
for their assigned patients. Registered staff nurses provide
patient and family education and advocate for their needs.
Registered nurses coordinate patient care with non-clinical
personnel as necessary. Surgery clinic staff nurse job
responsibilities include clinic patient management in collaboration
with the provider and care team, collection and acquisition of
pertinent clinical records including labs/pathology, operative
reports, and radiology reports/imaging phone triage. Surgery clinic
staff nurses will provide patient care coordination to ensure high
quality care delivery. Clinic nursing staff will participate in
performance improvement initiatives for the department and provide
clinical nursing support as needed to any services reporting up
through the Surgery Clinics. Surgery Clinic staff are responsible
for understanding the surgery scheduling process and assisting as
needed. 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. /n/nResponsibilities:/n - Utilizes
the nursing process to develop and implement a safe, high quality,
comprehensive, and age-appropriate plan of care for the patient and
family that promotes optimal patient outcomes. - Meets the
educational needs of the patient and family and advocates for their
needs. - Maintains an environment that is safe, comfortable,
efficient, and family-centered. - Utilizes current research and
evidence for practice to expand personal professional knowledge,
enhance role performance, and improve nursing care quality.
/n/nQualifications:/n - Associate's Degree ADN required. - Current
employees hired before September 1, 2013 are grandfathered and
permitted to continue in the direct care nursing role. - Bachelor's
Degree Preferred for all nurses hired after September 1, 2013. -
Nurses hired after this date without a BSN must complete their
degree within 5 years of their hire date. - One of the following:
Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas
required upon hire - One of the following: Licensed RN - MO,
Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire -
RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO - Employees
must obtain Licensed RN - KS or MO Compact within 90 days - Refer
to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider 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
Upon Hire /n/nBenefits at Children's Mercy:/n 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. /n/nStarting Pay:/n Our
pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job
begins at $31.00/hr, but your offer will be determined based on
your education and experience. /n/nEEO Employer/Disabled/Vet:/n
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. Children's Mercy Hospital Job ID 2025-35879. Posted job
title: Staff Nurse - Colorectal Surgery About Children's Mercy 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. Benefits - Medical benefits - Dental benefits - Vision
benefits - Wellness and fitness programs - 403b retirement plan -
Health Care FSA - Health savings account
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