Critical Care Staff Nurse

Critical care registered nurses provide illness management and health promotion for patients and families who require intensive care. They utilize the nursing process and knowledge of scientific principles to deliver safe, high quality, comprehensive, and age appropriate nursing care in intensive care areas. Staff nurses also provide patient and family education while advocating for their needs.

Critical care staff nurses develop and implement a safe, high quality, comprehensive, and age-appropriate plan of care for critically ill patients and families to promote optimal outcomes. They meet educational and informational needs of patients and families. Nurses coordinate care with nonprofessional personnel as necessary.

At Children’s Mercy, employees make the difference in the lives of children, recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years. The hospital is in the heart of Kansas City, a metro with cultural experiences, vibrant communities, and thriving businesses. Staff engage in meaningful programs and partnerships to improve children's lives beyond the hospital.

Everyone feels welcomed at Children’s Mercy, with a workplace reflecting the community served and core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team, and integrity. Seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment, along with requirements for MMR, varicella, and Tdap vaccinations. Medical or religious exemptions can be discussed with Human Resources.