RN - Home Health - St Louis

Mercy; Cahokia (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Mercy Home Health is seeking a dedicated RN for community-based home health visits in Illinois. You will provide patient-centered care in patients’ homes, managing multiple cases with varying acuity, and collaborating with the care team to ensure safe discharges and transitions.

Responsibilities include admissions, post-hospitalization assessments, IV therapy, wound care, patient teaching, and thorough Epic documentation to support quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.
• Experience in home health or acute care is preferred.
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day patient care in home settings, including case management and total care for multiple patients with varying acuity.
• Assist with admissions to home care, post-hospitalization assessments, recertifications and discharges.
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, IV therapy administration, and access site care according to policy.
• Deliver patient teaching and ensure timely, accurate documentation in Epic.

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Provides day- to-day patient care in the home setting which includes, but is not limited to: case management and total care of multiple patients with different levels of acuity, admissions to home care services, post-hospitalization assessments, recertifications, discharges, patient teaching, dressing changes, IV therapy administration, access site care and general skilled nursing according to policy and procedure, assists with other needs that may be apparent in the home to assure safety and appropriate care i.e. lifeline, meals on wheels, and instruction on public programs availability. Provides appropriate and timely documentation by utilization of the Epic computer system.

Per Diem position provides visits on a as needed basis following all department policies. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Mercy – Home Health RN (Community-Based)
Opportunities Available in the Mercy South Area and Neighboring Counties

Are you a skilled and compassionate nurse seeking a more meaningful and flexible way to make an impact?

Join Mercy Home Health, a 5-star rated agency in customer satisfaction, where you'll deliver high-quality, patient-centered care-right in the homes of those who need it most.

Why Mercy Home Health?

• Autonomy & Impact: Enjoy the independence of providing care in the community while building strong, personal connections with your patients.

• Diverse & Meaningful Work: Care for patients across a wide range of age groups, social backgrounds, and cultures—helping them achieve meaningful health outcomes in their own homes.

• Flexible Schedule:

  • Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

  • Rotating On-Call Weekends

  • Holiday Rotation: 1 summer holiday & 1 winter holiday per year

• Mileage Reimbursement:

  • $0.70 per mile (subject to change per Federal Reimbursement Rate)

Qualifications:

• Experience: Prefer one year of experience in a related field (home health, acute care, etc.).

• Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program required.

• Licensure: Current RN license in the state of Missouri required. Must also have a valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.

• Certifications: BLS Certification required through the American Heart Association.

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.