RN - Neuro Stepdown, FT Nights

Mercy; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Dependent Care FSA

Volunteer time

Free parking

RN Loan Forgiveness

RN-to-BSN Tuition Assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, MO is seeking a New Graduate RN for the Critical Care RN Residency Program with a sign-on bonus. Start your nursing career where mentorship and hands-on learning come first, in a supportive team.

The 8–16 week residency includes hands-on training on your unit with mentors, classroom sessions, and leadership guidance, plus day-one benefits and loan forgiveness/tuition support.

Qualifications

• New graduate nurses are supported through our comprehensive RN Residency Program
• 8–16 week hands-on clinical training experience
• Hands-on clinical training on your unit with experienced nurse mentors
• One-on-one mentoring and preceptor support
• Classroom learning and structured training sessions focused on key nursing skills and patient care scenarios
• Leadership guidance and coaching from nurse educators and unit leaders
• A supportive learning environment where questions are encouraged and growth is prioritized

Responsibilities

• Care for diverse patient population in Critical Care units alongside experienced nurses and collaborative care teams
• Work with experienced nurses and collaborative care teams who are invested in helping you grow into a capable RN

Job description

New Graduate RN – Critical Care | RN Residency Program | Sign-On Bonus

New Graduate & Experienced Nurses Welcome!

Sign-On Bonuses

• Up to $5,000 for New Graduate RNs
• Up to $10,000 for Experienced Nurses (1+ year)

Location: Mercy Hospital South – 10010 Kennerly Rd., St. Louis, MO

Start your nursing career where support, mentorship, and hands‑on learning come first.

At Mercy Hospital South, our Critical Care units are an excellent place for new graduate nurses to build confidence, develop strong clinical judgment, and gain real‑world experience caring for a diverse patient population. You’ll work alongside experienced nurses and collaborative care teams who are invested in helping you grow into a confident and capable RN.

New Graduate RN Residency Program

New graduate nurses at Mercy Hospital South are supported through our comprehensive RN Residency Program, designed to help you transition from student to practicing nurse with confidence.

This 8–16 week hands‑on clinical training experience provides structured support while you develop practical skills and build clinical confidence.

Our residency program includes:

• Hands‑on clinical training on your unit with experienced nurse mentors
• One‑on‑one mentoring and preceptor support
• Classroom learning and structured training sessions focused on key nursing skills and patient care scenarios
• Leadership guidance and coaching from nurse educators and unit leaders
• A supportive learning environment where questions are encouraged and growth is prioritized

This program helps new nurses build clinical confidence, critical thinking skills, and strong patient care foundations while becoming part of a supportive team.

Benefits Start Day One

Mercy offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the region.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• Generous PTO: up to 24 days your first year, growing to 34 days with tenure
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• $100/month Dependent Care FSA contribution
• Paid volunteer time
• Free parking
• Career growth opportunities across the Mercy system

Education & Loan Assistance

• $20,000 RN Loan Forgiveness Program
• $16,000 RN-to-BSN Tuition Assistance

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.