Registered Nurse - Critical Care Stepdown (Days)

Location: Mercy Hospital St. Louis

Schedule: Full Time | Day Shift (7:00-19:00)

About the role

Join our ICU Stepdown team and help deliver transformative, patient-centered care supported by advanced technology, a collaborative culture, and a deep commitment to dignity and excellence. At Mercy, our mission is more than words — it’s our calling. As the Sisters of Mercy before us, we bring to life the healing ministry of Jesus through compassionate care and exceptional service.

Why Mercy?

• A rich heritage grounded in compassion, dignity, justice, excellence, and stewardship
• A workplace culture that empowers co-workers, values innovation, and continually pioneers new models of care to get healthcare right
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive Day-One benefits available to eligible co-workers, including those working 32+ hours per pay period
• Access to Mercy’s robust clinical career pathways, supporting professional growth through structured skill development, mentorship, and ongoing education opportunities

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care for intermediate-acuity patients transitioning from critical care to Med/Surg level
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care using evidence-based practices
• Perform accurate hand-offs and bedside shift reporting to maintain patient safety
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practitioners, and multidisciplinary partners to optimize patient outcomes
• Administer medications, monitor complex conditions (cardiac, respiratory, post-ICU), and support recovery
• Participate in huddles, shared governance activities, and unit-based quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (ADN, Diploma, or BSN); BSN preferred
• Current Missouri RN license or compact license

Qualifications

• Required: BLS (American Heart Association)
• Preferred: ACLS, NIHSS, PCCN, or other Stepdown-related certifications

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Tuition assistance
• Retirement matching (403b)

Professional Growth

• Participate in Mercy’s defined Career Path Program to build assessment, communication, critical-thinking, and time-management skills
• Opportunities for advancement into ICU, Telemetry, Behavioral Health, ED, and more, typically within 12–18 months based on performance and interest
• Engage in lifelong learning through continuing education, mentorship, certification support, and unit-based committees

About Mercy

Mercy cares for the whole person — physically, emotionally, and spiritually — honoring the dignity of each patient and co-worker we serve. Be part of a team that uplifts one another every step of the way and meets the community’s needs with compassion and excellence.