RN Manager- Medical Stepdown- FT Days

Mercy; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Illinois is seeking an RN Manager for the Medical Stepdown unit. This full-time day shift role oversees delivery of nursing care to a defined patient population on a 24-hour basis, ensuring quality outcomes and efficient resource use.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree (BSN preferred) with at least three years of clinical leadership experience, and current RN licensure. Strong data analysis, PC skills, and interpersonal abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Three years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Currently licensed as RN in the state of practice (or RN Temporary Permit).
• Demonstrated leadership ability and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in use of a personal computer and able to analyze complex data from information systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage 24-hour nursing care for a specific patient population on the medical stepdown unit.
• Promote a professional practice environment aligned with Mercy mission and service standards.
• Lead and develop nursing staff, monitor outcomes, and optimize resource utilization.
• Implement elements of the Nursing Strategic Plan within the department.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Management & supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

BSN preferred

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Information systems

PC proficiency

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

• Responsible to manage the delivery of nursing care to a specific patient population on a 24-hour basis while achieving quality clinical outcomes and maximizing the utilization of resources.
• Effectively managing the delivery of nursing care requires creating and promoting a professional practice environment at the unit level that exemplifies a vision and goals congruent with the Medical Center and the respective clinical service line as well as high levels of coworker engagement, patient satisfaction, safe and quality clinical outcomes, financial performance and physician satisfaction.
• Responsible to implement elements of the Nursing Strategic Plan within their departments.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

RN Manager- Medical Stepdown

FT Days - Monday- Friday

Education

Bachelor's degree required. Internal transfer applicants without Bachelor's degree may be considered if the applicant is willing to actively pursue a Baccalaureate degree once hired into position. Actively pursuing a Baccalaureate degree is defined as being enrolled in a Baccalaureate program and completing at least one course per semester.

Licensure

Must have either a current RN Temporary Permit/RN license in the state of practice.

Experience

A minimum of three years clinical experience required.

Other

Past experiences must have demonstrated leadership ability, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to apply sound principles of management and supervision. Must be proficient in use of a personal computer and must be able to analyze complex data from various information systems.

Preferred Education

BSN preferred. Master's degree preferred.

Preferred Certifications

Certification in specialty area of practice preferred.

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.