RN- General Surgery, FT Nights

Mercy; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Experienced sign-on up to $10,000

New Graduate sign-on up to $5,000

Job summary

Mercy is seeking Registered Nurses for the Med Surg, General Surgery 3W unit at Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, MO. The role involves night shifts and full-time hours, with a focus on compassionate patient care and teamwork.

The unit emphasizes adherence to nursing standards, patient safety, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care. Mercy highlights day-one benefits, loan assistance possibilities, and ongoing career growth within a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an RN license.
• Licensure required: current Missouri RN or compact licensure.
• BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains accountability for the care of assigned patients.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Protects patient rights and confidentiality.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Job Description Summary

At Mercy, healthcare is more than a job, it’s a calling. Join a team built on compassion, excellence, and support. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll make a difference every day while growing professionally.

Enjoy day-one benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous PTO (up to 24 days your first year, growing to 34 with tenure and rollover up to 440 hours); paid parental leave; 401(k) with employer match; $100/month Dependent Care FSA contribution; paid volunteer time; free parking; and career advancement opportunities.

Education & Loan Assistance

• $10,000 Scholar Loan Program (LPN to RN)
• $20,000 RN Loan Forgiveness
• $16,000 RN to BSN Assistance

Position Details

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg, General Surgery 3W

This position is on a General Surgery Medical-Surgical inpatient unit. This is not an Operating Room (OR) role.

To learn more about the General Surgery floor, click here: Careers

Seeking Experienced &New Graduate Nurses!

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

Schedule: Full-Time | 36 hours/week

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

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.

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.