Registered Nurse - ICU Stepdown (Critical Care)
Company: Mercy
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Find your calling at Mercy! ICU Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Mercy Hospital St. Louis Schedule: Full Time | Night
Shift 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.
________________________________________ 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, 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 What
You’ll Do • 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.
________________________________________ Position Details:
Qualifications Education - Graduate of an accredited school of
nursing (ADN, Diploma, or BSN). - BSN preferred. Licensure -
Current Missouri RN license or compact license. Certifications -
Required: BLS (American Heart Association). - Preferred: ACLS,
NIHSS, PCCN, or other Stepdown?related certifications. Your Growth
Matters at Mercy! - 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. A Ministry Rooted in Compassion 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.
Ready to Take the Next Step? Join a team that supports your growth,
values your voice, and empowers you to deliver exceptional care
every day. Apply today and help bring Mercy’s healing mission to
life. Why Mercy? 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.
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