RN - Graduate Nurse Residency, Mercy Hospital South

Find your calling at Mercy!

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.

Position Details:

New Graduate RN – Critical Care | RN Residency Program | Sign-On Bonus

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

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.

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