Mercy St. Louis NICU March 2027 Residency

Mercy Co; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NICU residency program

Shift differential pay

Day-one medical/dental/vision coverage

RN to BSN Bridge program

RN Loan Forgiveness program

Must graduate within 12 months

Job summary

Mercy is offering a full-time 36-hour-per-week night-shift RN residency for new graduates. The program includes hands-on NICU training with mentorship and a pathway to RN to BSN, supported by day-one benefits.

Candidates should have an accredited nursing degree, be eligible for Missouri or compact-state RN licensure within 90 days, and hold BLS certification. A strong foundation in patient care is valued for this residency.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited school (BSN preferred).
• Experience: Patient Care Tech experience preferred.
• License: Current RN license in Missouri or compact state, or eligible to obtain within 90 days of graduation.
• Certifications: BLS through the American Heart Association.

Skills

Patient Care Tech experience

Education

Nursing degree (BSN preferred)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

New Graduate RNs Welcome!

Position Details:

Full-Time | 36 Hours/Week | Night Shift

March 2027 Residency

Benefit Eligible from Day One!

Who We Are:

At Mercy St. Louis, our Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a place of healing, innovation, and heart. With an average daily census of 88 babies, we care for a wide range of neonatal conditions in both premature and full-term infants.

What You’ll Gain:

• Acomprehensive NICU residency programwith hands-on training and mentorship
• Shift differential payfor night shifts
• Day-one benefitsincluding medical, dental, and vision coverage
• RN to BSN Bridge Program– up to$16,000in support
• RN Loan Forgiveness Program– up to$20,000over 4.5 years
• Must graduate within 12 months of hire to qualify

What We’re Looking For:

• Education:Nursing degree from an accredited school (BSN preferred)
• Experience:Patient Care Tech experience preferred
• License:Current RN license in Missouri or compact state, or eligible to obtain within 90 days of graduation
• Certifications:BLS through the American Heart Association

Why Mercy?

At Mercy, we’re more than a hospital—we’re a community. You’ll be supported by a team that believes in compassion, innovation, and excellence. We’re committed to helping you grow your career while making a real difference in the lives of our tiniest patients.

Questions?Reach out toLauren Trimmerat

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.