RN - Home Health - St Louis

Mercy; East St. Louis (IL); 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 matching

Job summary

Mercy Home Health in Illinois is seeking a Community-Based RN to deliver skilled nursing in patients' homes across the Mercy South area. You will conduct assessments, provide IV therapy and teaching, and coordinate with the care team to ensure safety and quality.

The role offers a structured, full-time schedule with on-call weekends and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care, backed by Mercy’s extensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in home health or related field preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program required.
• RN license in Missouri required; valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day patient care in the home setting.
• Post-hospitalization assessments, recertifications, discharges, and patient teaching.
• Documentation in Epic system and adherence to Mercy policies.

Skills

Home health experience

BLS Certification

Driver's license

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

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.

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.