Graduate Nurse Residency, Critical Care, South

About the Role

Mercy Hospital South's Critical Care units are seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) for their RN Residency Program. This program is designed for new graduate nurses to build confidence, develop clinical judgment, and gain hands-on experience.

Position Details

• New Graduate RN – Critical Care | RN Residency Program
• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 for New Graduate RNs
• Location: Mercy Hospital South – 10010 Kennerly Rd., St. Louis, MO

New Graduate RN Residency Program

• A 8–16 week hands-on clinical training experience.
• Provides structured support to transition from student to practicing nurse.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for the provision of patient care for assigned patients.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers.
• Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Mercy's mission, values, and Service Standards.

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

Requirements & Tech Stack

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with:
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Nursing Diploma
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri or compact state eligibility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hospital experience.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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

• $20,000 RN Loan Forgiveness Program.
• $16,000 RN-to-BSN Tuition Assistance.
• $10,000 Scholar Loan Program (LPN → RN pathway).