Registered Nurse - Stepdown to ICU Career Path

About the role

Join a compassionate healthcare team as a Critical Care Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN), providing high-quality, patient-centered care for intermediate-acuity patients transitioning from critical care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care using evidence-based practices.
• Perform accurate hand-offs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Administer medications and monitor complex conditions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Nursing degree from an accredited school.
• Current Missouri RN license.
• BLS certification.

Qualifications

ACLS or other Stepdown-related certifications are preferred.

Professional Growth

• Structured career pathways and mentorship opportunities.
• Continuing education support.
• Potential advancement into specialties like ICU, Telemetry, and ED.

About Us

Mercy’s mission emphasizes compassionate, holistic care rooted in dignity and excellence, fostering a collaborative environment where your growth and voice matter.