Registered Nurse (RN) – Orthopedics | 34 Weekend Option | Day Shift | Up to 10K SignOn
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Job Location:
Saint Louis, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
At Mercy healthcare is more than a job its a calling. Join a team built on compassion excellence and support. Whether youre starting your career or bringing years of experience youll make a difference every day while growing professionally.Enjoy day-one benefits: Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage; generous PTO (up to 24 days your first year growing to 34 with tenure and rollover up to 440 hours); paid parental leave; 401(k) with employer match; $100/month Dependent Care FSA contribution; paid volunteer time; free parking; and career advancement opportunities.
Education & Loan Assistance:
$10000 Scholar Loan Program (LPN to RN)
$20000 RN Loan Forgiveness
$16000 RN to BSN Assistance
Position Details:
Registered Nurse (RN) Orthopedics 3/4 Weekend Option
To learn more about Mercy South Orthopedics click here: Careers
Location: Mercy Hospital South 10010 Kennerly Road St. Louis MO 63128
Schedule: FullTime 36 hrs/week (0.9 FTE)
Shift: 3/4 Weekend Option FridaySunday 7:00 AM7:00 PM
Weekend Option Differential: Additional $15.00/hr on top of base rate any shift differentials
SignOn Bonus
- Experienced RNs: Up to $10000
- New Graduate RNs: Up to $5000
Why Nurses Choose Mercy South
At Mercy Hospital South orthopedic nurses enjoy a supportive highly collaborative environment where both new graduates and experienced RNs can grow. Nurses on our Ortho unit consistently say Mercy South offers the closeknit feel of a community hospital paired with the clinical resources of a large health systemthe best of both worlds.
Here youll find:
- Strong team culture with experienced nurses who genuinely support one another
- Exceptional handson orthopedic experience from a wide range of postoperative surgical cases
- A welcoming unit environment with engaged leadership and interdisciplinary teamwork
- Career growth opportunities within the Mercy system including specialty certification support and leadership pathways
Whether youre a new RN ready to build foundational Ortho skills or a seasoned nurse looking for a stable teamfocused environment Mercy South is a place where nurses can thrive.
About the Unit Orthopedics (Ortho Surgical)
The Orthopedics unit cares for postoperative patients recovering from:
- Elective hip and knee replacements
- Spine surgeries (neck and back)
- Foot and ankle procedures
Nurses on this unit strengthen skills in:
- Mobility and ambulation support
- Pain management
- Surgicalsite and orthopedic monitoring
- Rehabilitationfocused patient care
This is an excellent unit for nurses who enjoy handson clinical work strong teamwork and seeing patients gain mobility and independence throughout recovery.
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
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 youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.
