Registered Nurse (Part Time) - Critical Care Stepdown Unit

Mercy; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-One Benefits

PTO

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Matching

Career Pathways

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis seeks a Critical Care Stepdown RN for the ICU Stepdown team. Part-time schedule offers 24 hours weekly in day or night shifts, with opportunities to advance and grow within Mercy's clinical pathways.

You will provide intermediate-acuity care as patients move from critical care to Med/Surg, collaborating with physicians and teams to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN). BSN preferred.
• Missouri RN license or compact license required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/NIHSS/PCCN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care for intermediate-acuity patients transitioning from critical care to Med/Surg.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care using evidence-based practices.
• Perform accurate hand-offs and bedside shift reporting to maintain patient safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practitioners, and multidisciplinary partners to optimize outcomes.
• Administer medications, monitor complex conditions, and support recovery.
• Participate in huddles, shared governance, and unit quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Nursing

Critical care

Patient assessment

Education

BSN preferred

Missouri RN license

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Critical Care Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Mercy Hospital St. Louis

Schedule: Part Time | Day and Night Shifts

Bring Mercy's Healing Ministry to LifeAt Mercy, our mission is more than words — it's our calling. As the Sisters of Mercy before us, we bring to life the healing ministry of Jesus through compassionate care and exceptional service.Join our ICU Stepdown team and help deliver transformative, patient centered care supported by advanced technology, a collaborative culture, and a deep commitment to dignity and excellence.

Position Details:

• 24 hours per week (Days or Nights)
• Experienced RNs Preferred

Why Mercy?

A rich heritage grounded in compassion, dignity, justice, excellence, and stewardship

A workplace culture that empowers co-workers, values innovation, and continually pioneers new models of care to get healthcare right

Competitive compensation, comprehensive Day-One benefits, PTO, tuition assistance, retirement matching, and more — available to eligible co-workers, including those working 32+ hours per pay period

Access to Mercy's robust clinical career pathways, supporting professional growth through structured skill development, mentorship, and ongoing education opportunities

What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality care for intermediate-acuity patients transitioning from critical care to Med/Surg level.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care using evidence-based practices.
• Perform accurate hand-offs and bedside shift reporting to maintain patient safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practitioners, and multidisciplinary partners to optimize patient outcomes.
• Administer medications, monitor complex conditions (cardiac, respiratory, post-ICU), and support recovery.
• Participate in huddles, shared governance activities, and unit-based quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (ADN, Diploma, or BSN). BSN preferred.
• Licensure: Current Missouri RN license or compact license.
• Certifications: Required: BLS (American Heart Association). Preferred: ACLS, NIHSS, PCCN, or other Stepdown-related certifications.

Your Growth Matters at Mercy!

Participate in Mercy's defined Career Path Program — ideal for building strong assessment, communication, critical-thinking, and time-management skills on your way to becoming an expert in Stepdown or related specialties.

Opportunities for future advancement into ICU, Telemetry, Behavioral Health, ED, and more, typically within 12–18 months based on performance and interest.

Engage in lifelong learning through continuing education, mentorship, certification support, and unit-based committees.

A Ministry Rooted in Compassion

Mercy cares for the whole person — physically, emotionally, and spiritually — honoring the dignity of each patient and co-worker we serve. Be part of a team that uplifts one another every step of the way and meets the community's needs with compassion and excellence.