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Aya Healthcare

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Aya Healthcare, Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States, 63701

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Registered Nurse

Under the direction of the Charge Nurse, Patient Care Manager, Director, and Vice President of Patient Care, the Registered Nurse administers individualized age-appropriate patient care to the neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and adult patient according to the established nursing standards and Nurse Practice Act of Missouri. Education:- Graduate of an approved professional nursing program- required- BSN- preferred Certification & Licensures:- BLS Certification- required- ACLS Certification- required (Tier 2, 3, and 4 only)- Licensed to practice in the State of Missouri as a RN- required- PALS Certification within 1 year of hire (Tier 4 only)- TNCC Certification within 1 year of hire (Tier 4 only) Experience:- Two (2) years of critical care RN experience (Tier 4 only)- required In 1875, Father Joseph Schmidt, pastor of St. Mary's Parish in Cape Girardeau, invited three Franciscan Sisters to follow the call to serve those in need and start a hospital in Cape Girardeau. From its humble beginnings as a 12-patient hospital, Saint Francis Healthcare System has evolved in the 21st century from a local community Medical Center to the regional tertiary healthcare leader recognized nationally for quality and safety. Serving more than 715,000 people across a five-state region, the Healthcare System focuses on patient outcomes, experience and value. Anchored by Saint Francis Medical Center, a 306-bed nonprofit tertiary care institution, and supported by nearly 3,000 colleagues and more than 300 providers serving 29 counties, Saint Francis Healthcare System is a driving economic force in the region. As the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis, Saint Francis offers more than 50 specialties, including southeast Missouri's first Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the region's only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center. Saint Francis Medical Partners, the employed physician group, employs 70 percent of primary care providers in the region and includes more than 40 outreach clinics. Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is a charming city nestled along the Mississippi River, offering a blend of history, nature, and culture. Visitors can explore the historic downtown, featuring landmarks like the Red House Interpretive Center, which showcases the city's early trading history, and Fort D, a Civil War-era site. Nature lovers can enjoy breathtaking views at Cape Rock Park or hike through Trail of Tears State Park, which commemorates the forced relocation of Native American tribes. The city also boasts a vibrant arts scene, with performances at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus and public art installations throughout town. Whether you're interested in history, outdoor adventures, or local cuisine, Cape Girardeau offers a rich and diverse experience.