Mercy Labor and Birth June/July 2027 RN Residency

Mercy; Granite City (IL); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Descrizione del lavoro

Mercy is offering a nationally respected 16-Week Labor & Birth Nurse Residency Program for new graduate nurses transitioning from school to practice. You’ll be surrounded by experienced nurses, educators, preceptors, and mentors who invest in your success, helping you grow into a confident Labor & Birth nurse.

New graduates with compassion, curiosity, resilience, and a desire to learn can start without prior Labor & Birth experience.

Competenze

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN License or eligibility for Missouri/Illinois licensure (as applicable).
• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (or obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Willingness to sign a 2-year residency agreement.

Mansioni

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered nursing care in Labor & Birth.
• Monitor maternal and fetal well-being and respond to changes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
• Educate and support patients and families throughout the residency.
• Continue growing through education and specialty certifications.

Conoscenze

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Formazione

Nursing degree (ADN/ Diploma/ BSN)

Strumenti

BLS Certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Description Summary

New Graduate RN - Labor & Birth

Mercy Hospital St. Louis | Full-Time Nights

The Support You Need. The Confidence You Want. The Career You Deserve.

Starting your nursing career can feel overwhelming, but at Mercy, you're never expected to figure it out alone.

Our nationally respected 16-Week Labor & Birth Nurse Residency Program is designed specifically for new graduate nurses transitioning from nursing school to professional practice. From day one, you'll be surrounded by experienced nurses, educators, preceptors, and mentors who are invested in your success and committed to helping you grow into a confident Labor & Birth nurse.

What You'll Receive:

• 16 weeks of personalized orientation and training
• Dedicated Clinical Nurse Educators
• Hands-on simulation experiences
• Evidence-based Labor & Birth education
• One-on-one preceptor support
• Gradual progression into independent practice
• Ongoing feedback, coaching, and encouragement
• A supportive learning environment where questions are welcomed

You don't need Labor & Birth experience to get started.

You need compassion, curiosity, resilience, and a desire to learn.

We'll provide the training, guidance, and support to help you build the rest, from your first shift through residency and beyond. At Mercy, you'll always have a team in your corner as you develop the skills, confidence, and experience needed to thrive in one of nursing's most rewarding specialties.

Position Details

Support Beyond ResidencyBecause Graduating Residency Isn't the End of Your Journey

Many hospitals stop supporting nurses once orientation is over.

Mercy doesn't.

After residency, you'll continue to receive:

• Ongoing mentorship
• Clinical coaching
• Career development opportunities
• Continuing education
• Support from experienced Labor & Birth nurses
• Leadership invested in your growth

Our goal isn't simply to help you survive your first year.

Our goal is to help you build a career you'll be proud of.

Care for Families During Life's Most Important Moments

Every nurse remembers their first patient.

In Labor & Birth, you'll remember hundreds of first moments:

• First cries
• First breaths
• First introductions
• First family photos
• First moments of hope

As part of the largest birthing center in the St. Louis region, you'll care for patients during one of the most meaningful experiences of their lives while developing highly specialized nursing skills that will serve you throughout your career.

Learn From an Exceptional Team

Work alongside:

• Expert Labor & Birth Nurses
• Obstetricians
• Certified Nurse Midwives
• Anesthesiologists
• NICU Specialists
• Surgical Teams
• Clinical Educators

You'll be surrounded by professionals who love teaching, mentoring, and supporting the next generation of nurses.

Skills You'll Build

As a Labor & Birth RN, you'll develop expertise in:

• Maternal & newborn care
• Fetal monitoring
• Emergency response and critical thinking
• Patient advocacy
• Communication and teamwork
• Clinical decision-making
• Family-centered care

These skills create a strong nursing foundation and open doors for future professional growth.

Is Labor & Birth Right for You?

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Want a specialty where every day is meaningful
• Enjoy building relationships with patients and families
• Stay calm under pressure
• Love learning and developing new skills
• Value teamwork and collaboration
• Want a career that combines compassion with clinical excellence
• Are passionate about caring for women, babies, and families

What You'll Do

As a Labor & Birth RN, you'll:

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered nursing care
• Monitor maternal and fetal well-being
• Partner with multidisciplinary care teams
• Educate and support patients and families
• Respond to changing patient conditions
• Develop individualized care plans
• Advocate for positive patient outcomes
• Continue growing through education and specialty certifications

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN)
• Current RN License or eligibility for Missouri licensure
• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (or obtained within 30 days of hire)
• Willingness to sign a 2-year residency agreement
• Ability to work nights for up to 4 years

Your First Year Matters

The transition from nursing school to bedside nursing is one of the biggest steps in your career.

It's challenging. It's exciting. And it can be overwhelming.

That's why Mercy is committed to providing the training, mentorship, encouragement, and support you need to grow into a confident Labor & Birth nurse.

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.

Extraordinary Nurse Residency. Lasting Mentorship. Meaningful Work. A Career Worth Building.