Registered Nurse (RN) – MedSurg Career Pathway (Mercy Hospital South)
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Job Location:
Saint Louis, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
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; tuition reimbursement up to $2000/year; $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) Med/Surg Career Pathway to Specialty Practice
Mercy Hospital South 10010 Kennerly Rd St. Louis MO 63128
Full-Time & Part-Time Days & Nights
Launch Your Nursing Career with Confidence
Mercy Hospital Souths Med/Surg Career Path RN Pathway to Specialty Practice is designed for both new graduate nurses and experienced RNs who want a strong foundation before transitioning into a specialty area. This program offers hands-on learning structured support and clear career progression.
Where Youll Start Med/Surg Service Line Units
Below is an overview of our Med/Surg and Medical Telemetry units that participate in the Career Path Program. Each unit provides a unique clinical experience to help build your skill set and confidence.
Inpatient Med Surg
Care for a broad mix of adult patients with diagnoses such as small bowel obstructions respiratory infections cellulitis diverticulitis and pneumonia.
Neurology 8E
Supports patients experiencing strokes seizures brain tumors and brain bleeds. Excellent environment for developing strong neuro assessment skills.
Orthopedics
Specializes in elective knee and hip replacements spine procedures (neck and back) and foot/ankle surgeries. Strong focus on mobility pain management and postoperative care.
Med Surg 5E
Typical diagnoses include small bowel obstructions respiratory infections cellulitis diverticulitis and pneumonia.
Med Surg 5W
Clinical profile similar to 5E with common diagnoses such as bowel obstructions respiratory illnesses and cellulitis.
General Surgery 3W
Cares for surgical patients ranging from simple appendectomies to complex colon resections with colostomy placement. This unit also specializes in bariatric surgery.
Medical Telemetry 7E & 7W
Care for patients with cellulitis pneumonia UTIs chest pain GI issues COPD exacerbations and medically stable COVID. Continuous telemetry monitoring helps refine cardiac and rhythminterpretation skills.
Oncology 8W
Serves patients undergoing chemotherapy cancer treatment endoflife care and general medical patients. Also supports neuromedical overflow as needed.
Where You Can Grow Specialty Opportunities (Eligible in 1218 Months)
After building a strong Med/Surg foundation you may transition into a specialty unit aligned with your longterm career goals:
- Labor & Delivery
- Surgical ICU
- Neuro Stepdown
- Surgical Stepdown
- Med Surg Stepdown
- Cardiac Telemetry
- Cardiac Medical ICU (CMICU)
- Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CPCU)
- Emergency Department
- Behavioral Health
- Float Pool
Why Choose Mercy South
Mercy South is where nurses build meaningful careers in a supportive missiondriven environment.
Compensation & Incentives
- Up to $10000 NO CONTRACT SignOn Incentive for experienced RNs
- Up to $2000 NO CONTRACT SignOn Incentive for LPNs
Benefits Starting Day One
- Medical dental & vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Shift differentials for days nights and weekends
- PTO begins accruing immediately including a paid volunteer day
- Stay Pay Program: Earn up to $8/hr added at milestone anniversaries
Education & Professional Development
- LPN RN Bridge Program
- RN BSN Support (up to $16000)
- Tuition reimbursement up to $2000 annually
- Mentorship precepting and continuing education support
Qualifications
- Education: Nursing degree from an accredited program
- License: Active RN license (Missouri or compact)
- Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association)
Grow Your Career with Mercy
Join a compassionate team where your voice matters your growth is supported and your future is full of opportunity. At Mercy you dont just start a job you build a career.
Apply today to begin your Med/Surg Career Path at Mercy Hospital South!
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
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
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.
