Find your calling at Mercy!

At Mercy, healthcare is more than a job, it’s a calling. Join a team built on compassion, excellence, and support. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll make a difference every day while growing professionally.

Enjoy day-one benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous PTO (up to 24 days your first year, growing to 34 with tenure and rollover up to 440 hours); paid parental leave; 401(k) with employer match; $100/month Dependent Care FSA contribution; paid volunteer time; free parking; and career advancement opportunities.

Position Details:

Registered Nurse (RN) – Nurse Manager, Med Surg (Medical 7W)

Location: Mercy Hospital South – 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128
Schedule: Full-Time | 40 hours/week
Shift: Day Shift

About the Unit — Medical 7W (Med Surg)

Medical 7W is a collaborative and high‑performing adult medical unit providing care to patients with a broad range of acute and complex medical needs. Common diagnoses include:

• Cellulitis
• Pneumonia
• Urinary tract infections
• Chest pain
• Gastrointestinal conditions
• COPD exacerbations
• Medically stable COVID‑19 patients

As a fast‑paced Med Surg environment, 7W offers a strong opportunity for a Nurse Manager to lead a highly engaged team that is continually building clinical expertise in patient assessment, prioritization, and complex care management. The unit cultivates a supportive culture centered on teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

The Nurse Manager plays a key role in shaping unit‑level professional practice, driving quality outcomes, strengthening caregiver engagement, and fostering a mission‑driven environment that supports excellence in patient care.

Overview

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and management of nursing care delivery on a 24‑hour basis for the Medical 7W unit. This leader:

• Ensures high‑quality clinical outcomes through evidence‑based practice
• Leads and develops nursing staff through coaching, engagement, and shared governance
• Promotes a professional practice environment aligned with the Medical Center’s mission, values, and Nursing Strategic Plan
• Collaborates with physicians and interprofessional team members to support patient‑centered care
• Drives performance in coworker engagement, patient satisfaction, safety, and financial stewardship
• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and Mercy Service Standards

The Nurse Manager supports a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required
  • Internal transfers may be considered without a bachelor’s if actively enrolled in a program (minimum one course per semester)
• Licensure: Current Missouri RN license or RN temporary permit
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical RN experience
• Certifications: BLS through AHA
• Skills:
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities
  • Proficiency in clinical data analysis and computer systems

Preferred:

• Education: BSN; Master’s degree (MSN or related field)
• Certifications: Specialty certification (e.g., CMSRN, PCCN)

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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