January Mother Baby Residency: Mercy St. Louis

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Find your calling at Mercy!
💖 Do you love caring for babies and supporting new moms?

Join a team where every day is filled with meaningful first moments—first cuddles, first feedings, and first steps into parenthood. At Mercy, we are honored to care for growing families and provide exceptional, compassionate care during one of life’s most special milestones.

Consistently recognized as one of the best places for childbirth in the region, Mercy offers comprehensive maternal and newborn care—all in one place—including the highest level of care when needed.

Position Details:

🍼 What You’ll Do

As a Graduate Nurse on the Mom Baby Unit, you will:

Care for mothers and newborns during the postpartum period
Educate families on newborn care, feeding, and maternal recovery
Partner with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, high-quality care
Support patients and families through education, communication, and hands-on care

You’ll also build strong clinical skills through:

Patient-centered care planning and documentation
Bedside shift reporting and safety-focused handoffs (SBAR)
Collaboration with physicians and care teams
Evidence-based practice and continuous learning

🌟 Why Mercy?

✅ Residency Program – Structured curriculum + mentorship to support your transition to practice
✅ Day-One Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision
✅ Tuition Assistance & RN-BSN Bridge Program
✅ Supportive, Team-Focused Environment
✅ Free Parking

At Mercy, you’ll grow professionally while making a real difference for families every single day.

🎓 Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program by December 2026
Eligible for RN licensure in Missouri
BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire

🤝 A Culture of Support

At Mercy, we believe in teamwork and flexibility. While you’ll have a home unit, you may occasionally support other areas when patient needs require it—with full support, guidance, and resources to ensure your confidence and success.

When caring calls, we answer—together.

✨ Ready to Begin?

Take the first step toward a rewarding career in women’s and newborn health.

👉 Apply today and join the Mercy Mom Baby team!

📩 Questions? Reach out to: Lauren.Trimmer@Mercy.net

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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What does success look like in this role, and how is it measured?

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Can you describe the team dynamic and the company culture?

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What are the biggest challenges facing the person in this role right now?

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How does the company support work-life balance and employee well-being??

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