Registered Nurse, RN, Med Surg, Nights, FT

Mercy; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus (Experienced Nurses up $

Sign-On Bonus (New Graduate Nurses up 

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Paid time off

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Med Surg 5E unit. The role involves delivering patient-centered care using the nursing process, coordinating care with other departments, and upholding patient rights and confidentiality.

A Missouri RN license (or compact) is required, with BLS and prior hospital experience preferred. This is a full-time night-shift position supporting high-quality clinical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with RN licensure in Missouri or compact licensure.
• Previous hospital experience is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care and maintain accountability.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care provided by direct care givers.
• Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Performs duties consistent with Mercy Service Standards.

Skills

Clinical patient care

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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.

Position Details

Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg 5E

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

Schedule: Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Shift: Night Shift | 7:00PM-7:30AM

Sign-On Bonus

• Experienced Nurses:Up to$10,000

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

About the Unit

Med Surg 5E provides care for a wide variety of adult medical patients.

Typical diagnoses include

• Small bowel obstructions
• Respiratory infections
• Cellulitis
• Diverticulitis
• Pneumonia

This unit offers strong opportunities to develop and strengthen core clinical skills including patient assessment, time management, and complex care coordination. Nurses on 5E gain experience with medical patients who require frequent monitoring, thoughtful care planning, and multidisciplinary teamwork.

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.

Qualifications

Education: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?

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.