RN - Med Surg, Nights

Confidential; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for Med Surg 5E in St. Louis, MO. The role uses the nursing process to provide patient care and coordinate with other departments. You will uphold patient rights and confidentiality while maintaining professional accountability.

The unit cares for a variety of adult medical patients, with a focus on assessment, time management, and complex care coordination. Night shift, full-time schedule, and Mercy mission guide daily work.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with ADN, diploma or BSN.
• Missouri RN license with compact licensure preferred.
• BLS certification required or within 30 days of hire.
• Prior hospital experience preferred depending on unit.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care and outcomes.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments and teams.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Demonstrates professional accountability for the care provided.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Care coordination

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Time management

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

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.

Position Details:

Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg 5E

Location: Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, Missouri 63128

Schedule: Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Shift: Night Shift | 7:00PM-7:30AM

Sign-On Bonus: Experienced Nurses: Up to $10,000

New Graduate Nurses (less than 1 year of experience): Up to $5,000

About the Unit

Med Surg 5E provides care for a wide variety of adult medical patients.

Typical diagnoses include:

• Small bowel obstructions
• Respiratory infections
• Cellulitis
• Diverticulitis
• Pneumonia

This unit offers strong opportunities to develop and strengthen core clinical skills including patient assessment, time management, and complex care coordination. Nurses on 5E gain experience with medical patients who require frequent monitoring, thoughtful care planning, and multidisciplinary teamwork.

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:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with one of the following:Associate Degree in Nursing
• Nursing Diploma
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Licensure:

Must hold and maintain a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Missouri or possess compact licensure, in accordance with state board of nursing regulations.

Experience:

Previous hospital experience is preferred and may be required depending on the unit.

Certifications:Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, or completion within 30 days of hire.

Preferred QualificationsEducation

BSN preferred

Licensure:

Additional state licensure or specialty certifications preferred

Experience:

Prior experience in specialty area or similar clinical setting

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat as needed to perform nursing duties

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.