Float: May float to other units based on staffing needs
Required Qualifications
Valid RN license in Missouri
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
1 year of Med Surg experience
Med Surg experience within the last year
BLS issued by American Heart Association
Experience in an Inpatient setting
Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
ACLS certification from AHA only
Unit Details
30 beds
Typical patient ratio: 1:6–7
Patient population includes GI, GU, wound care, acute withdrawal, altered mental status, dialysis/ESRD, and minor surgical patients
Work Environment
Uses the nursing process to provide direct patient care across all age groups
High physical demands, including standing and walking most of the shift, lifting and turning patients with assistance, and exposure to blood and body fluids
Facility
Mercy Hospital Saint Louis
4.0rating(41 reviews)
1 nurse recommends working with Mercy Hospital Saint Louis
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Anonymous
Stepdown (RN)
5.0rating
Review of Mercy Hospital Saint Louis on Apr 24, 2026
The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
Furnished Housing
Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
Transportation
Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
Demographics
Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.
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