RN or Graduate Nurse (Fall 2026) Pediatric ICU Full Time Nights

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Grad Sign On Bonus $5,000

1–2 years RN experience Sign On Bonus$

3–4 years RN experience Sign On Bonus$

5+ years RN experience Sign On Bonus$

Education Assistance: Loan Forgiveness

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 per

Relocation Assistance $3,000

Weekend Differential

Shift Differential (3pm–7am)

Weekend Option Days differential

Weekend Option Nights differential

Weekend Option Differential increase $

Medical/Dental/Vision Day-One

PTO up to 80 hours frontload

Employer-Matched Retirement Funds

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship is seeking experienced RNs for the Pediatric ICU night shift (7p-7a) with rotational weekends/holidays.

Role includes nursing process-based patient care, coordination with departments, and safeguarding patient rights under Mercy Standards. Incentives include sign-on bonuses by experience, education assistance (loan forgiveness up to $20,000 and tuition reimbursement up to $2,000/year), relocation up to $3,000, and weekend/shift

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program.
• Must obtain and maintain an RN license in the hiring state or Compact.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association or complete within 30 days of hire.
• Physical requirements: lift 50 pounds regularly; prolonged standing/walking; grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, squat.

Education

Graduate of an accredited RN program

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

Accepting experienced RNs or Fall 2026 Graduate Nurses.

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

Accepting experienced RNs or Fall 2026 Graduate Nurses.

Not accepting Spring 2027 Graduate Nurses at this time.

Unit Information: Pediatric ICU 7p-7a, rotational weekends/holidays

Incentives

• New Grad $5,000 Sign On Bonus
• 1-2 years’ RN experience Sign On Bonus $13,000
• 3-4 years’ RN experience Sign On Bonus $15,000
• 5+ years’ RN experience Sign On Bonus $20,000
• Education Assistance:
  • Up to $20,000 Loan Forgiveness for new grad nurses
  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 per year
• $3000 Relocation Assistance for full time only
• Weekend Differential
• Shift Differential for qualifying hours between 3pm-7am
• Weekend Option Days: WEO rates + weekend differential
• Weekend Option Nights: WEO rates + weekend differential + straight night shift differential
• New Increased Weekend Option Differential: $10.00 RN
• Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
• PTO/Vacation Time Frontload Up to 80 Hours for Experienced RNs for full time only
• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program.
• 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.
• Physical requirements/demands:
  • Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
  • Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift
  • Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform 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.