Registered Nurse (RN/GN) Career Path Program - Med/Surg to Specialty - Days or Nights - Mercy St. Louis

Start your nursing career (or your next chapter) with confidence!
Mercy St. Louis' RN Career Path Program helps new and experienced RNs build strong clinical foundations in our Med/Surg service line and then transition into a specialty unit with support, mentorship, and a clear timeline.

Step 1: Start in Med/Surg (12-18 months) in one of these units:
* Observation Telemetry * General Med/Surg

* Neuroscience * Neurosurgical

* Oncology * Orthopedics * Trauma Surgical

Step 2: Transition to a specialty unit (based on readiness, openings, and fit), such as:

* Pediatrics / PICU * Med/Surg ICU

* Trauma/Neuro ICU * CVICU

* Emergency Department * Burn ICU * Float Pool

What you'll get...
* Structured onboarding + ongoing clinical development
* Mentorship and unit support while you build confidence
* A clear pathway into specialty practice

Why Mercy St. Louis?
Up to $10,000 NO CONTRACT sign-on incentive for RNs
Health, dental & vision benefits starting day one
401(k) with employer match starting day one
Shift differentials: days, nights, weekends
Stay Pay Program: +$2/hr at 2, 5, 10 & 20 years (up to $8/hr)
Education Support: RN BSN (up to $16,000) | Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 annually
PTO begins accruing immediately (including a volunteer day)

Qualifications:
Education: Nursing degree from an accredited school
License: Active RN license in Missouri (or compact, if applicable)
Certifications: Current BLS (AHA)

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.