Job Description
Find your calling at Mercy!
Performs direct patient care activities for all age groups to include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Monitors and coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort. Functions within the scope of nursing preparation and consistent with the established guidelines of nursing practice, the goals of Mercy Health System, the Philosophy of the Sisters of Mercy, the Respective State Nurse Practice Act, the Code of Professional and Business Ethics and the Co-Worker Code of Conduct. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Position Details:
Start your nursing career (or your next chapter) with confidence!
Mercy St. Louis’ RN Career Path Program helps new and experienced RNs build strong clinical foundations in our Med/Surg service line and then transition into a specialty unit with support, mentorship, and a clear timeline .
How the pathway works...
Step 1: Start in Med/Surg (12–18 months)
in one of these units:
• Observation Telemetry • General Med/Surg • Neuroscience • Neurosurgical • Oncology • Orthopedics • Trauma Surgical
Step 2: Transition to a specialty unit
(based on readiness, openings, and fit), such as:
• Pediatrics / PICU • Med/Surg ICU • Trauma/Neuro ICU • CVICU • Emergency Department • Burn ICU • Float Pool
What you’ll get...
• Structured onboarding + ongoing clinical development
• Mentorship and unit support while you build confidence
• A clear pathway into specialty practice
Why Mercy St. Louis
➤ Up to
$10,000 NO CONTRACT
sign-on incentive for
RNs
• Health, dental & vision benefits starting day one
• 401(k) with employer match starting day one
• Shift differentials: days, nights, weekends
• Stay Pay Program: +$2/hr at 2, 5, 10 & 20 years (up to $8/hr)
• Education Support: RN → BSN (up to $16,000) | Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 annually
• PTO begins accruing immediately (including a volunteer day)
Qualifications
Education: Nursing degree from an accredited school
License: Active RN license in Missouri (or compact, if applicable)
Certifications: Current BLS (AHA)
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.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
February 25, 2026
Job Type:
Nursing
Location:
Saint Louis, Missouri, 63141, United States
Company:
Mercy
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