Peds Triage RN-Hybrid PRN
Find your calling at Mercy! This is a HYBRID role (after training is complete) Are you a highly skilled Pediatric RN who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves delivering exceptional care in innovative ways? Mercy Virtual is seeking a Pediatric RN to join our vAcute Phone/Web triage team-an opportunity to support patients and families from the comfort of your home while shaping the future of virtual care. Why Join Mercy Virtual? At Mercy, we're reimagining care through technology, compassion, and teamwork. As part of our vAcute program, you'll serve patients and families via phone and video-providing safe, timely, and meaningful care when they need it most. You'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary virtual team and practice within a supportive, mission-driven organization. Position Details:
What You'll Do
As a vAcute RN you will:
- Deliver patient-centered nursing care using the Mercy Nursing Conceptual Framework and nursing process.
- Triage pediatric patients using Mercy Virtual software-prioritizing needs and coordinating timely care.
- Communicate effectively with patients and families via phone and video, ensuring understanding, comfort, and trust.
- Work collaboratively with the virtual care team to coordinate care and ensure seamless workflows.
- Document accurately and thoroughly, following all patient rights and confidentiality standards.
- Support family-centered care by incorporating patient and family preferences into care planning.
- Participate in shared governance and the Mercy Virtual Quality Assurance Program.
- Perform all duties within the RN scope of practice as outlined by the Medical Director of the vAcute program.
Pediatrics Specialty Requirements Required experience:
- Previous experience in PICU, Pediatric Stepdown, Pediatric Urgent Care, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or similar pediatric settings.
Preferred experience:
- PICU
- Pediatric Stepdown
- Pediatric/Pediatric Urgent Care
- Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Qualifications
- Education: Graduation from a registered nursing program and BSN are required.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of diversified direct clinical nursing experience.
- Licensure: RN license in the state of Missouri (or eligibility) + ability to obtain additional state licensure as needed.
- Certifications: BLS within 6 months of hire.
- Skills:
- Strong clinical judgment and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills for phone/video interactions
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work autonomously
Who Thrives Here? This role is ideal for RNs who:
- Love solving problems and making quick, informed decisions
- Communicate easily and compassionately with families
- Want to support pediatric patients in a virtual care environment
- Enjoy working independently while still being part of a team
- Are excited about the future of healthcare delivery
Ready to Join Us? If you're an experienced Pediatric RN who wants to make a real impact while working in an innovative, mission-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you. Why Mercy? 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. 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. keyword(s): Nursing, Peds Nursing, Peds RN, Pediatric RN, Pediatric Nurse, Hybrid Nurse Apply tot his job Apply To this Job