RN- Cardiac Stepdown - FT, Nights

Mercy Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus: Experienced Nurses UpTo

Sign-On Bonus: New Graduate Nurses UpT

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Cardiac Stepdown at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, MO. The role requires night shifts, full-time status, and a 36-hour workweek with a sign-on bonus for experienced and new graduate nurses.

The RN will apply the nursing process to patient care, coordinate with other departments, and uphold patient rights and confidentiality while adhering to Mercy standards.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Missouri or compact licensure.
• BLS certification required or within 30 days of hire.
• Hospital experience preferred depending on unit.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma

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) – Cardiac Stepdown

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

Schedule: Nights | Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Sign-On Bonus: Experienced Nurses: Up to $10,000

Sign-On Bonus: 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.

Qualifications

Education

• 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.