Registered Nurse, RN, PRN, Days

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Medical/Surgical 7W unit on a PRN day schedule. The role focuses on patient-centered care using the nursing process and coordinating across departments to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The unit covers common diagnoses and provides opportunities to interpret cardiac rhythms and manage acute medical conditions. Mercy offers strong benefits and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an ADN, diploma, or BSN.
• Current RN license in Missouri or compact license.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care and maintain accountability for assigned patients.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments and protects patient rights and confidentiality.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma

BSN

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!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 / Medical 7W

Location

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

Schedule

PRN, Day

About the Unit — Medical 7W

Medical 7W cares for adult patients with common diagnoses including cellulitis, pneumonia, urinary tract infections, chest pain, gastrointestinal issues, COPD exacerbations, and medically stable COVID patients. This unit helps build strong skills in cardiac rhythm interpretation, acute medical care, and fast-paced patient management.

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.