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Find your calling at Mercy! Overview:
Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details:
Registered Nurse (RN) – Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP)
Mercy Hospital South 10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128
Status: PRN (As Needed)
Shift: Night Shift | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Join our compassionate LDRP team at Mercy Hospital South, where you'll support families through some of life's most meaningful moments. This PRN opportunity is perfect for experienced RNs looking to contribute to high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive environment.
Why You'll Love Working Here
Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One:
401(k) with Employer Match – Invest in your future with confidence
Flexible Scheduling – Balance work and life with ease
Free Parking – Convenience that saves you time and money
Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your skills and grow within Mercy
Overview:
Responsible for assessment, problem identification and problem-solving for patient/staff education relating to breastfeeding. Develops, implements and evaluates the lactation education program. Emphasis with focus on antepartum, postpartum, nurseries and specifically related outpatient clientele.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree required, along with specialized training or completion of a relevant internship.
Licensure: Must hold a current RN license or RN Temporary Permit in the State of Missouri.
Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of professional experience required.
Certifications: Lactation education certification is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Advanced degree or additional relevant coursework preferred.
Licensure: Additional or multi-state licensure preferred.
Experience: Prior experience in lactation support or related specialty preferred.
Certifications: Additional certifications in maternal-child health or lactation consulting preferred.
Other: Strong communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
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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