<b>Find your calling at Mercy!</b> <p></p>At Mercy, healthcare is more than a job, it's a calling. Join a team built on compassion, excellence, and support. Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll make a difference every day while growing professionally.<br>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 $2,000/year; $100/month Dependent Care FSA contribution; paid volunteer time; free parking; and career advancement opportunities.<br>Education & Loan Assistance:<br> • $10,000 Scholar Loan Program (LPN to RN)<br> • $20,000 RN Loan Forgiveness<br> • $16,000 RN to BSN Assistance<p></p> <b>Position Details:</b> <p></p> <b>Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg Career Pathway to Specialty Practice</b> <p></p><p><b>Mercy Hospital South </b><b>- 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128 </b><br /><b>Full-Time & Part-Time Days & Nights</b></p><p></p> <b>Launch Your Nursing Career with Confidence</b> <p>Mercy Hospital South's <b>Med/Surg Career Path - RN Pathway to Specialty Practice</b> 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.</p> <p></p> <b>Where You'll Start - Med/Surg Service Line Units</b> <p>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.</p><p></p> <b>Inpatient Med Surg</b> <p>Care for a broad mix of adult patients with diagnoses such as small bowel obstructions, respiratory infections, cellulitis, diverticulitis, and pneumonia.</p> <b>Neurology - 8E</b> <p>Supports patients experiencing strokes, seizures, brain tumors, and brain bleeds. Excellent environment for developing strong neuro assessment skills.</p> <b>Orthopedics</b> <p>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.</p> <b>Med Surg - 5E</b> <p>Typical diagnoses include small bowel obstructions, respiratory infections, cellulitis, diverticulitis, and pneumonia.</p> <b>Med Surg - 5W</b> <p>Clinical profile similar to 5E, with common diagnoses such as bowel obstructions, respiratory illnesses, and cellulitis.</p> <b>General Surgery - 3W</b> <p>Cares for surgical patients ranging from simple appendectomies to complex colon resections with colostomy placement. This unit also specializes in bariatric surgery.</p> <b>Medical Telemetry - 7E & 7W</b> <p>Care for patients with cellulitis, pneumonia, UTIs, chest pain, GI issues, COPD exacerbations, and medically stable COVID. Continuous telemetry monitoring helps refine cardiac and rhythm interpretation skills.</p> <b>Oncology - 8W</b> <p>Serves patients undergoing chemotherapy, cancer treatment, end of life care, and general medical patients. Also supports neuro medical overflow as needed.</p><p></p> <p><b>Where You Can Grow - Specialty Opportunities (Eligible in 12-18 Months)</b></p> <p>After building a strong Med/Surg foundation, you may transition into a specialty unit aligned with your long term career goals:</p><ul><li>Labor & Delivery</li><li>Surgical ICU</li><li>Neuro Stepdown</li><li>Surgical Stepdown</li><li>Med Surg Stepdown</li><li>Cardiac Telemetry</li><li>Cardiac Medical ICU (CMICU)</li><li>Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CPCU)</li><li>Emergency Department</li><li>Behavioral Health</li><li>Float Pool</li></ul> <p></p> <b>Why Choose Mercy South?</b> <p>Mercy South is where nurses build meaningful careers in a supportive, mission driven environment.</p><p></p> <b>Compensation & Incentives</b> <ul><li><b>Up to $10,000 NO CONTRACT Sign On Incentive</b> for experienced RNs</li><li><b>Up to $2,000 NO CONTRACT Sign On Incentive</b> for LPNs</li></ul><p></p> <b>Benefits Starting Day One</b> <ul><li>Medical, dental & vision coverage</li><li>401(k) with employer match</li><li>Shift differentials for days, nights, and weekends</li><li>PTO begins accruing immediately - including a paid volunteer day</li><li>Stay Pay Program: Earn up to <b>$8/hr</b> added at milestone anniversaries</li></ul><p></p> <b>Education & Professional Development</b> <ul><li>LPN RN Bridge Program</li><li>RN BSN Support (up to <b>$16,000</b>)</li><li>Tuition reimbursement up to <b>$2,000 annually</b></li><li>Mentorship, precepting, and continuing education support</li></ul> <p></p> <b>Qualifications</b> <ul><li><b>Education:</b> Nursing degree from an accredited program</li><li><b>License:</b> Active RN license (Missouri or compact)</li><li><b>Certifications:</b> BLS (American Heart Association)</li></ul><p></p> <b>Grow Your Career with Mercy</b> <p>Join a compassionate team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your future is full of opportunity. At Mercy, you don't just start a job - you build a career.</p><p></p><p><b>Apply today to begin your Med/Surg Career Path at Mercy Hospital South!</b></p> <p></p> <b>Why Mercy?</b> <p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. 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