NICU RN Residency: Level IV Neonatal Care & Mentorship

Mercy Co; Jennings (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition support

RN Bridge Program support (up to $16,0

RN Loan Forgiveness Program (up to $20

Night shift differential opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy offers a 16-week NICU Residency designed to develop specialized neonatal education and hands-on training in a Level IV NICU setting. You will receive dedicated mentorship and ongoing development as you transition to independent practice.

As a Level IV NICU nurse, you’ll care for extremely premature infants and complex neonates, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality neonatal care from day one.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
• New graduate RN or graduating within 12 months.
• Current Missouri RN license, compact RN license, or eligible for licensure within 90 days of graduation.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Previous healthcare or patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients in a Level IV NICU, including extremely premature infants, surgical neonates, and those requiring advanced respiratory support.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, NNPs, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, lactation consultants, and therapists.
• Support mentorship and learning during and after the 16-week residency program.
• Contribute to family education and transition planning for discharge.

Education

BSN preferred

Missouri RN license or compact license

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Mercy offers a 16-week NICU Residency designed to develop specialized neonatal education and hands-on training in a Level IV NICU setting. You will receive dedicated mentorship and ongoing development as you transition to independent practice.

As a Level IV NICU nurse, you’ll care for extremely premature infants and complex neonates, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality neonatal care from day one.