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
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 Qualifications
Education: 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
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.