Registered Nurse; Part Time; Critical Care Stepdown Unit

Bring Mercy’s Healing Ministry to Life 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.

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.

24 hours per week (Days or Nights) Experienced RNs Preferred

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, comprehensive Day‑One benefits, PTO, tuition assistance, retirement matching, and more — 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

• 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 optimise 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.

• Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (ADN, Diploma, or BSN). BSN preferred.
• Licence Current Missouri RN licence or compact licence.
• Certification
  
  Required:
  
  BLS (American Heart Association). Preferred: ACLS, NIHSS, PCCN, or other Stepdown‑related certifications.

Participate in Mercy’s defined Career Path Program — ideal for building strong assessment, communication, critical‑thinking, and time‑management skills on your way to becoming an expert in Stepdown or related specialties.

Opportunities for future 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.

Mercy cares for the whole person — physically, emotionally, and spiritually — honouring 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.

Join a team that supports your growth, values your voice, and empowers you to deliver exceptional care every day.

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.

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was…