Med/Surg Career Path - RN Pathway to Specialty Practice Job Listing at Mercy in St. Louis, MO (Job ID JR2300722)

Description

Find your calling at Mercy! Performs direct patient care activities for all age groups to include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Monitors and coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort. Functions within the scope of nursing preparation and consistent with the established guidelines of nursing practice, the goals of Mercy Health System, the Philosophy of the Sisters of Mercy, the Respective State Nurse Practice Act, the Code of Professional and Business Ethics and the Co-Worker Code of Conduct. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details:

Med/Surg Career Path - RN Pathway to Specialty Practice

Full-time & Part-time | Day-shift & Night-shift

Start your nursing career with confidence!
Our Nursing Career Path Program helps new and experienced RNs build strong clinical foundations in Med/Surg before transitioning into a specialty unit of your choice. This structured pathway provides hands-on learning, mentorship, and professional growth at every step.

Program Benefits:

• Open to Experienced RNs and Graduate Nurses

• Strengthen foundational nursing skills: time management, communication, assessment, and critical thinking

• Build a strong Med/Surg clinical base

• Prepare for success in your future specialty area

• Grow with dedicated support from clinical educators and nurse leaders

Career Path Program Opportunities

Start in Med/Surg Service Line:

• Observation Tele

• Med-Surg

• Neuroscience

• Neurosurgical

• Oncology

• Orthopedics

• Trauma Surgical

Eligible to Transfer to a Specialty in 12–18 Months:

• NICU

• Labor & Delivery

• Pediatrics / PICU

• M/S ICU

• Trauma/Neuro ICU

• CVICU

• ED

• Burn ICU

• Behavioral Health

• Float Pool

• Women & Children's

Why Choose Mercy St. Louis?

• NO CONTRACT Sign-On Bonus Available

• Health, dental & vision benefits starting day one

• 401(k) with employer match starting day one

• Shift differentials: days, nights, weekends

• Stay Pay Program: Earn an additional $2/hr at your 2, 5, 10 & 20-year anniversaries (up to $8/hr)

• Education Support:

LPN → RN Bridge Program

RN → BSN Program (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 the state

Certifications: Current BLS (American Heart Association)

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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