RN - Regional Float Pool - Full Time - Nights - Mercy Jefferson and Surrounding Communities
About the Role
The Registered Nurse, utilizing theoretical concepts as a basis for decisions in practice, will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care in accordance with standards of nursing practice for adult/geriatric patients. Candidate must report to facilities within the regional footprint of the home hospital where they are employed. Determination of facilities to be discussed upon hire into position with approval by hiring leader/leadership team.
Position Details
This is a full-time, night-shift position within Mercy’s Regional Float Pool, serving Mercy Jefferson and surrounding communities.
Incentives
- Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 (no contract required)
- Base pay determined by experience
- Regional Float Pool perk
- Shift differentials: $2.75 for evenings, $4.60 for nights, $1.50 for weekends
Benefits
- Day-one comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Stay Premium Program: Active after 2 years with Mercy. Up to $8/hour based on years of Mercy service
- 401(k) employer-matched retirement funds
- Referral bonus opportunity
- Education assistance:
- Tuition reimbursement: $2,000 per year
- ASN to BSN program: Up to $16,000
- Paid time off (PTO) and vacation time
Why Join the Float Pool?
- Strengthen your clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Collaborate with diverse care teams and patient populations
- Experience flexibility and variety in your daily work
Units You May Float To
- Medical/Surgical (Med/Surg): Orthopedics (Ortho), Trauma, Surgery, Oncology, Neuro, Medical, Surgical
- Telemetry (Tele): Cardiac, Surgical, Medical
- Stepdown (SD): Medical (Med SD), Surgical (Surg SD), Trauma, Neuro, Cardiac
- Intensive Care – ICU: CVICU (Cardiac Vascular ICU), Trauma ICU, Burn ICU, Surgical ICU, Neuro ICU
- And more!
Facilities You’ll Serve (Minimum of 3 Assigned)
- Mercy St. Louis - St. Louis, MO
- Mercy Jefferson - Festus, MO
- Mercy South - South St. Louis County, MO
- Mercy Washington - Washington, MO
- Mercy Lincoln - Troy, MO
- Mercy Perry - Perryville, MO
- Mercy Southeast - Cape Girardeau, MO
- Mercy Stoddard - Dexter, MO
Qualifications
Required Education
- Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program
Preferred Education
- BSN
Licensure
Must obtain and maintain a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed. Must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
Required Experience
- One year of recent bedside RN experience to work Med Surg
- For all other specialties (ICU, etc.), a minimum of two years of recent bedside RN experience
Preferred Experience
- Epic experience
Certifications (Must have to start)
- For Med Surg and Behavioral Health: BLS
- For Critical Care (CC): BLS, ACLS
Physical Requirements/Demands
- Stand/walk most of the time on duty
- Significant amount of bending and stooping
- Lifting and turning patients with assistance
- Push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits for team members working 32+ hours per pay period, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans. 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.