Registered Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Registered Nurse (RN) – Neurology
Mercy Hospital South | St. Louis, MO
Full-Time & Part-Time | Day & Night Shifts Available
New Graduate & Experienced RNs Welcome!

Build a Meaningful Nursing Career in Neurology at Mercy Hospital South
Join our Neurology 8 East team and care for complex neurological patients while growing your skills in a supportive, highly collaborative environment, perfect for both experienced RNs and new graduates.

Schedule & Shift Options
• Full‑Time: 36 hours per week
• Part-Time: 24 hours per week
• Shifts Options:
• Days: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 12‑hour shifts
• Self-scheduling available
• Free on-campus parking

Sign‑On Bonus (No Contract Required)
• Up to $10,000 for Experienced Registered Nurses
• Up to $5,000 for New Graduate Registered Nurses (less than one year of experience)

Relocation Assistance
• Up to $3,000 available for eligible out‑of‑state candidates relocating to the St. Louis, MO area to join Mercy Hospital South

Benefits Available Day One
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through United Healthcare
• Paid time off starting at up to 24 days in your first year, increasing to 34 days with tenure
(up to 440 hours rollover)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer time
• $100 per month employer contribution to a Dependent Care FSA

Education & Loan Assistance
• $10,000 Scholar Loan Program (LPN to RN)
• $20,000 RN Loan Forgiveness
• $16,000 RN‑to‑BSN Tuition Assistance
• $2,000 per fiscal year Education Assistance

Position Details:

Registered Nurse (RN) – Neurology 8 East

About the Unit

Neurology 8 East cares for patients with conditions such as strokes, seizures, brain tumors, and brain bleeds. Nurses gain valuable experience with complex neuro assessments, safety‑focused care, and close collaboration with neurology providers and therapy teams.

About the Role

The Neurology RN provides direct patient care using the nursing process while collaborating closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include ongoing patient assessments, care coordination, documentation, and delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care consistent with Mercy’s mission and values.

This role is ideal for nurses who enjoy clinical complexity, teamwork, and continuous skill development.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, or BSN)
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Missouri or compact state
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
  (or within 30 days of hire)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Prior hospital or acute‑care nursing experience
• Specialty certifications

New graduate nurses are encouraged to apply.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and assist up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, squat, and assist patients safely

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.

keyword(s): Registered Nurse RN Acute Care Acute Care RN Staff Nurse Inpatient RN Medical Surgical Med Surg Nurse Hiring Sign-on Bonus Loan Assistance Tuition Reimbursement Nursing Career New Grad RN Experienced RN Sign on bonus Missouri New Grad Nurse Neuro Neurology Neuroscience