RN (LDRP/Nursery) - Full-time, Night Shift - Mercy Jefferson

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO, is seeking a Labor/Delivery/Nursery RN to work 36 hours per week during nights. The unit handles labor, delivery, postpartum, well newborns, and a level II NICU, with cross-functional collaboration across GYN patients.

The role requires completing nursing education, maintaining an active RN license, and obtaining BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Mercy emphasizes comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• RN licensure current in hiring state or compact licensure.
• Basic Life Support certification (or within 30 days of hire).

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains accountability for care provided to assigned patients.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care by other direct care givers.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Respects patient rights and confidentiality; aligns with Mercy standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Team coordination

Education

Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN

Job description

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

Premium Night Shift Sign On Bonus:

Graduate Nurse $10,000

Experienced Nurse $13,000

Labor/Delivery/Nursery RN

36 hours per week, Nights

Mercy Hospital Jefferson

Festus, MO 63028

Our unit consists of labor, delivery, postpartum, well newborns, and a level II special care nursery. In addition, we also care for GYN surgical patients. Nurses are expected to work fluidly with all patient populations

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.

Qualifications

Education:

Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).

Licensure:

Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

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.

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