Emergency Dept. Nurse Residency - Mercy St. Louis

About the role

Mercy Hospital St. Louis is a Level 1 Trauma Center with an Adult ER featuring dedicated triage & waiting areas and 20+ treatment rooms, offering high‑acuity experience and a mission‑driven culture.

At Mercy, you’ll be supported by a compassionate team, get the chance to innovate, learn advanced technologies, and help shape the future of care.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Licensure: Must obtain/maintain a current RN license (state or compact); Must meet all state Board of Nursing requirements.
• Certifications: BLS (AHA) required — or completed within 30 days of hire.

Skills

• Compassion
• Professionalism
• A strong voice for patient advocacy
• A collaborative spirit

Benefits

• Day‑one benefits — medical, vision, and dental
• PTO, tuition reimbursement
• Employer‑matched retirement funds
• Eligibility for co‑workers working 48+ hours per pay period
• Eligibility for co‑workers working 32+ hours per pay period

Schedule

Full‑Time Nights, 7 pm–7 am, three 12‑hour shifts; Upcoming Residency Start Dates: September 2026.