# Peds/PICU Nurse Residency: Jan 2027 at Mercy

- Company: [Mercy](https://mercy.net)
- Location: Saint Louis, MO
- Type: Full-time · Entry
- Posted: 2026-09-10
- Apply: https://mercy.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MercyCareers/job/Mercy-Hospital-St-Louis/Peds-PICU-Nurse-Residency--Jan-2027_JR260921
- Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/peds-picu-nurse-residency-jan-2027-18fd2062

## Summary by newgrad.ai

What you'll do:

- Provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to pediatric patients.
- Work alongside interdisciplinary teams to manage patient care.
- Monitor and support care standards for children of varying acuity.

What they're looking for:

- Nursing degree from an accredited program, BSN preferred.
- Eligibility for Missouri or compact state RN licensure within 90 days.
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
- Prior pediatric or PICU clinical experience is preferred.

Pay and perks:

- Shift differential pay for evening, night, and weekend hours.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
- Up to $16,000 in tuition assistance for BSN programs.
- Up to $20,000 in student loan forgiveness.

## Posting

Find your calling at Mercy!

Location: Mercy Kids Hospital | Ballas

Department: PICU/PEDS

Schedule: Full-time | Nights

Do you have a heart for children and a passion for delivering exceptional care? Our Nurse Residency Fellowship is designed to support new graduate RNs as they transition into professional practice. You’ll receive specialized, unit-specific training in a collaborative, family-centered environment where your growth and confidence are our priority.

Position Details:

### Why Choose Mercy?

We’re committed to supporting your growth, well-being, and success with:

- Specialized Residency Training Program – Unit-specific and designed to set you up for success
- Shift Differential Pay – Earn more for evenings, nights, and weekends
- Benefits Start Day One – Health, dental, vision, and more
- RN > BSN Bridge Program – Up to $16,000 in tuition assistance
- RN Loan Forgiveness Program – Up to $20,000 to help pay off student loans: $5,000/year for 4.5 years,Must be a recent graduate (within 12 months of hire)

### What We’re Looking For:

- Education: Nursing degree from an accredited school (BSN preferred)
- Experience: PICU/PEDS RN experience preferred
- License: Eligible to earn RN licnese in MO or compact state within 90 days of graduation
- Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) through the American Heart Association

### Your Role:

As a PICU/Peds Nurse, you will:

- Deliver compassionate, high-quality care using the nursing process
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care
- Evaluate and support the care provided by others
- Uphold patient rights and confidentiality
- Embrace Mercy’s mission, values, and service standards
- Must love working with children of all ages and acuity levels

### Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a caring, motivated nurse who thrives in a pediatric setting, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and become part of a team that’s changing lives—

one child at a time.

### 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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