Peds/PICU Nurse Residency: Jan 2027

Mercy; St. Ann (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differential Pay

Benefits Start Day One

Residency Training Program

BSN Bridge Program

RN Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated PICU/Peds Nurse in St. Louis area, serving the Ballas Mercy Kids Hospital.

This full-time night shift role focuses on delivering compassionate pediatric care using the nursing process, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and safeguarding patient rights. The ideal candidate has a nursing degree with BSN preferred, MO RN eligibility within 90 days, BLS certification, and PICU/PEDS experience.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited school (BSN preferred).
• PICU/PEDS RN experience preferred.
• Eligible to earn MO RN license or compact state within 90 days of graduation.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

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

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Patient confidentiality

Nursing process

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Location: Mercy Kids Hospital | Ballas

Department: PICU/PEDS

Schedule: Full-time | Nights

Why Choose Mercy?

We’re committed to supporting your growth, well-being, and success with:

Specialized Residency Training Program – Unit-specific anddesigned to set you up for success

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

RN Loan Forgiveness Program – Up to $20,000 to help pay off student loans: $5,000/year for 4.5 years,Must be a recent graduate (within 12 months of hire)

What We’re Looking For:

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

Your Role:

As a PICU/Peds Nurse, you will:

• 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.

one child at a time.

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.