Registered Nurse (RN) - Colo-Rectal Surgery
Company: Children's Mercy
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: February 11, 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 Kansas City, Kansas.
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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