RN - Cardiac Stepdown, Days

@ Mercy

RN - Cardiac Stepdown, Days

Saint Louis, MO
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Mercy is a leading healthcare provider committed to compassionate care, innovation, and excellence. The RN - Cardiac Stepdown role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care, coordinating with teams, and maintaining professional standards in a supportive environment.

Requirements

  • Registered Nurse license in Missouri
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Hospital experience preferred
  • Able to lift 50 lbs

Qualifications

  • Graduate of accredited nursing program
  • Associate, Diploma, or BSN degree
  • Ability to stand and walk long shifts
  • Strong communication skills

Full job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

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.

Position Details:

Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Stepdown

Location: Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, Missouri 63128

Schedule: Days | Full-Time | 36 hours/week

Sign-On Bonus:

  • Experienced Nurses: Up to $10,000

  • New Graduate Nu rses (less than 1 year of experience): Up to $5,000

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, 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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