RN- Surgical Stepdown- PT, Nights

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis seeks a dedicated nurse to provide patient care using the nursing process. The role requires accountability for care of assigned patients and coordination with other departments to ensure effective outcomes.

Candidates must hold an RN license in the hiring state or a compact license. Certifications such as BLS and other unit-specific credentials are required or pursued within the department timeframe.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Must hold and maintain a current RN license in the hiring state or compact licensure.
• Certification requirements include Basic Life Support and other unit-specific programs.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for patient care for assigned patients.
• Evaluates overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs duties in alignment with Mercy mission and standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Coordination of care

Education

RN education

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.

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.

Qualifications

Position Details

Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).

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.

Experience

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

Required

One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)


• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)


• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)


• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)


• CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)


• OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)


• BLS (Basic Life Support)


• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)


• PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)


• S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules


• C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)


• Other unit-specific certifications as required

Other

Preferred Education:

Preferred Licensure

Preferred Experience:

Preferred Certifications

Preferred Other:

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.


• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during 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.