Registered Nurse (Part Time) - Critical Care Stepdown Unit

Mercy; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Day-One benefits

PTO

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high‑quality care in a critical care stepdown setting.

Part time, 24 hours per week, with day or night shifts available, and opportunities to advance within Mercy’s clinical career pathways. The role focuses on transitioning intermediate‑acuity patients from critical care to Med/Surg, performing accurate hand‑offs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current Missouri RN license or compact license.
• 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 patient outcomes.
• Administer medications and monitor complex conditions (cardiac, respiratory, post‑ICU).
• Participate in huddles, shared governance, and unit‑based quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Nursing care

Care planning

Collaborative care

Patient safety

Education

ADN / Diploma / BSN

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 Life

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.

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.