RN – Stepdown to ICU Career Pathway in 12-18 months!
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
Mercy invests in your future and continued learning.
💵 $20,000 RN Loan Forgiveness Program
🎓 $16,000 RN-to-BSN Tuition Assistance
📚 $10,000 Scholar Loan Program (LPN → RN pathway)
Critical Care Units at Mercy South
Neuro Step Down
Med Surg ICU
CMICU/CVICU
Cardiovascular Step Down
Medical Step Down
Surgical Step Down
Cardiac Telemetry
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited nursing program with one of the following:
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Nursing Diploma
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Licensure
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri or compact state eligibility
Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire
Experience
New graduates strongly encouraged to apply
Previous hospital experience helpful but not required.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Specialty certifications
• Acute care or clinical experience
Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing and walking throughout shifts
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat, and assist patients safely
Want More Information? Email the Critical Care Recruiter at Stephanie.Stivers@mercy.net
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.