Experienced PICU RN (Nights)

Mercy; St. Ann (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differential Pay

Benefits Start Day One

RN & BSN Bridge Program

Job summary

Mercy Kids Hospital in Ballas, MO is seeking an experienced Pediatric/PICU RN to deliver high‑quality care to children of all ages and acuities. The role emphasizes nursing process, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and patient advocacy.

Join a mission-driven Mercy team with shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends, plus benefits starting Day One and a dedicated RN to BSN bridge program offering tuition assistance up to $16,000.

Qualifications

• PICU/PEDS RN experience required or preferred.
• Nursing license in MO or compact state within 90 days of graduation.
• BLS certification as required by hospital policy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Evaluate and support the care provided by others.
• Uphold patient rights and confidentiality.
• Embrace Mercy’s mission, values, and service standards.
• Must love working with children of all ages and acuity levels.

Skills

Pediatric care

PICU experience

Collaboration

Education

Nursing degree (BSN preferred)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Now Hiring: Pediatric/PICU Experienced RN

Location: Mercy Kids Hospital | Ballas

Department: PICU/PEDS

Schedule: Full-time | Nights

Care for the smallest patients with the biggest needs—join our Pediatric & PICU team and make every moment count!

Why Choose Mercy?

• Shift Differential Pay – Earn more for evenings, nights, and weekends
• Benefits Start Day One – Health, dental, vision, and more
• RN > BSN Bridge Program – Up to $16,000 in tuition assistance

Your Role:

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care using the nursing process
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care
• Evaluate and support the care provided by others
• Uphold patient rights and confidentiality
• Embrace Mercy’s mission, values, and service standards
• Must love working with children of all ages and acuity levels

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a caring, motivated nurse who thrives in a pediatric setting, we’d love to meet you.

Position Details:

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Nursing degree from an accredited school (BSN preferred)
• Experience: PICU/PEDS RN experience
• License: RN license in MO or compact state w/in 90 days of graduation
• Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) through the American Heart Association

At Mercy Hospital, we’re called to serve people when they need it most.

Our nurses are essential to that mission, and every unit plays a vital role in the care we provide. To ensure we’re always ready to meet patient needs, our RNs may occasionally float to other units when census levels or patient care demands require it.

We understand the passion nurses bring to their chosen specialties—and we value that deeply. When caring calls, we answer- together. Whether you are working on your home unit or supporting another team, you’ll be surrounded by trusted colleagues, strong leadership, and the Mercy spirit of compassion.

This approach helps new and experienced nurses grow while ensuring our patients receive the highest level of care across all units. While floating, you will always receive the support and resources needed to feel confident and prepared.

When caring calls, we go.

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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