Mercy is hiring an inpatient Orthopedics RN or LPN for day or night shifts at Mercy Hospital St Louis, caring for post-op joint replacements, fractures/trauma surgeries, and other med-surg patients. You’ll work closely with therapy services in a supportive unit that also serves as Mercy’s Innovation Unit, piloting new ideas and technology. Standout perk: no-contract sign-on incentives (up to $10,000 for RNs, $2,000 for LPNs) plus day-one benefits.
- No-contract sign-on incentive
- Day-one health/dental/vision benefits
- Shift differential pay
Find your calling at Mercy!
About Our Unit:Our Orthopedic nursing team provides compassionate, specialized care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions. We care for those undergoing total joint replacements, fracture repairs, and trauma-related surgeries, as well as patients recovering from gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and other medical-surgical procedures. Working closely with therapy services, we create a supportive environment that promotes rehabilitation, mobility, and independence. As Mercy’s Innovation Unit, we pilot new ideas and technologies to enhance workflow, improve care, and elevate the patient experience-offering every caregiver the chance to help shape the future of nursing.
Position Details:
Orthopedic Nursing (Inpatient) | Mercy Hospital St Louis
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
At Mercy St. Louis , you’ll be part of a supportive Med/Surg team that values hands-on care, professional growth, and a mission-driven culture rooted in dignity and respect. If you're looking for more than just a job, and want to be part of something bigger, this is where you belong!
➤ Up to $10,000 NO CONTRACT Sign-on Incentive for RNs!
➤ Up to $2,000 NO CONTRACT Sign-on Incentive for LPNS!
➤ Health, dental & vision benefits starting day one
➤ 401(k) with employer match & ESB
➤ Shift Differential Pay: Days, E venings , Nights, Weekends
➤ Stay Pay Program - $2/hr on your productive time (24/7 bedside eligible position) at your 2, 5, 10, and 20 year anniversary at Mercy (up to $8/hr)
➤ LP N > RN Bridge Program Assistance
➤ RN > BSN Bridge Program (up to $16,000)
➤ Student Loan Forgiveness up to $20,000
➤ Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 annually for continuing education
➤ PTO begins accruing immediately - including a volunteer day!
Qualifications
➤ Required Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited school;
➤ License: Must have either a current RN Temporary Permit/RN license in the State of Missouri
➤ Certifications: Basic Life Support (CPR) certification through the American Heart Association
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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