Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Stepdown - Nights | Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement match

Job summary

Mercy Hospital South is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Stepdown unit. This night shift, full-time role offers a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 for experienced nurses and up to $5,000 for new graduates. You will apply the nursing process, protect patient rights, and coordinate care across departments.

Required are a Missouri RN license (or compact) and graduation from an accredited program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN). BLS is required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with the listed degree options.
• MO RN licensure required or compact licensure.
• Hospital experience preferred depending on unit.
• BLS certification or completion within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by direct care givers.
• Performs duties in alignment with Mercy mission and standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Position Details:

Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Stepdown

Location:

Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, Missouri 63128Schedule:

Schedule:

Nights | Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Sign-On Bonus:

Experienced Nurses: Up to $10,000

New Graduate Nurses (less than 1 year of experience): Up to $5,000

Overview:

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and mercy service standards.

QualificationsEducation:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with one of the following:

• Associate Degree in Nursing
• Nursing Diploma
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Licensure:

Must hold and maintain a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Missouri or possess compact licensure, in accordance with state board of nursing regulations.

Experience:

Previous hospital experience is preferred and may be required depending on the unit.

Certifications:Required:

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, or completion within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:Education:

BSN preferred

Licensure:

Additional state licensure or specialty certifications preferred

Experience:

Prior experience in specialty area or similar clinical setting

Physical Requirements:

Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly

Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift

Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat as needed to perform nursing duties

Why Mercy?

• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• 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.