RN - Graduate Nurse Residency, Critical Care, Mercy South

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. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. New Graduate RN – Critical Care | RN Residency Program | Sign-On Bonus New Graduate & Experienced Nurses Welcome!

Sign-On Bonuses ? Up to $5,000 for New Graduate RNs ? Up to $10,000 for Experienced Nurses (1+ year) ?

Location:

Mercy Hospital South – 10010 Kennerly Rd., Start your nursing career where support, mentorship, and hands-on learning come first. At Mercy Hospital South, our Critical Care units are an excellent place for new graduate nurses to build confidence, develop strong clinical judgment, and gain real-world experience caring for a diverse patient population. You’ll work alongside experienced nurses and collaborative care teams who are invested in helping you grow into a confident and capable RN.

New Graduate RN Residency Program New graduate nurses at Mercy Hospital South are supported through our comprehensive RN Residency Program, designed to help you transition from student to practicing nurse with confidence. This 8–16 week hands-on clinical training experience provides structured support while you develop practical skills and build clinical confidence. Hands-on clinical training on your unit with experienced nurse mentors ? 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 ? This program helps new nurses build clinical confidence, critical thinking skills, and strong patient care foundations while becoming part of a supportive team.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one ✔ 100/month Dependent Care FSA contribution ✔ Career growth opportunities across the Mercy system

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

Critical Care Units at Mercy South Neuro Step Down Med Surg ICU Medical Step Down Surgical Step Down Cardiac Telemetry

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with one of the following: • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) • Nursing Diploma • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri or compact state eligibility New graduates strongly encouraged to apply Previous hospital experience helpful but not required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) • Acute care or clinical experience Frequent standing and walking throughout shifts • Email the Critical Care Recruiter at

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.

At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.