RN Manager- Medical Stepdown- FT Days

Mercy; Ferguson (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a RN Manager- Medical Stepdown to oversee nursing care for a defined patient population on a 24-hour basis. The role is full-time days, Monday through Friday, with a focus on quality outcomes, efficient resource use, and staff engagement.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree, RN licensure in the state, and at least three years of clinical leadership experience. BSN and Master's are preferred, with certification in the specialty encouraged.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of clinical experience.
• Must hold RN license in the state of practice.
• Bachelor's degree required; BSN preferred.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Proficient in data analysis and computer use.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of nursing care for a patient population 24/7.
• Lead unit-based professional practice and align with Mercy goals.
• Implement elements of the Nursing Strategic Plan.
• Ensure quality outcomes, resource utilization, and staff engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

BSN preferred

Master's degree preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Data analytics tools

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.