Registered Nurse; RN Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit- CPCU

Overview

Find your calling at Mercy! Join a high‑energy cardiovascular team that invests in YOU. The Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CPCU) at Mercy Hospital South is known for exceptional teamwork, supportive leadership, and a strong commitment to advancing nursing practice. This unit is ideal for nurses who want to deepen their cardiovascular expertise and develop strong critical‑thinking skills while being backed by a collaborative care team.

• Role:
  Registered Nurse (RN) or Graduate Nurse (GN)
• Unit:
  Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CPCU)
• Location:
  
  Mercy Hospital South, St. Louis, MO
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time, 36 hours per week
• Shift: Days and nights available
• Sign‑On Bonus:
  Up to $10,000 for experienced RNs;
  Up to $5,000 for Graduate Nurses (less than 1 year)

The CPCU specializes in caring for complex cardiovascular and thoracic patients, including:

• Post‑operative cardiac and thoracic surgery patients
• Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
• Atrial fibrillation and other arrhythmias
• STEMI and myocardial infarctions
• Pulmonary issues
• Kidney failure
• Overdoses and medical step‑down patients

You’ll work closely with surgeons, cardiologists, and the heart clinic to ensure patients transition safely and confidently back home.

• A fast‑paced, upbeat environment with strong interdisciplinary collaboration
• Complex and highly rewarding patient care that sharpens your skills
• Supportive leadership and a team that truly has each other’s backs
• A stepping‑stone to advanced specialties such as ICU, ED, Cath Lab, and CMICU

• Structured orientation with dedicated preceptors
• Access to Mercy’s Nurse Residency Program (for GNs)
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development
• Opportunities to cross‑train and grow into specialty roles

• Positive nurse‑to‑patient ratios
• Strong physician‑nurse collaboration
• Visible, supportive, and invested leadership team
• Opportunities to learn advanced cardiac monitoring
• Unit culture built on respect, communication, and teamwork
• A chance to make a meaningful difference for patients during life‑altering moments

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness programs (where applicable)
• Competitive pay + shift differentials
• Retirement matching
• Day‑one health, vision, and dental benefits
• PTO & short‑term disability
• Free parking

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with one of the following:
Associate Degree in Nursing, Nursing Diploma, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Licensure: Must hold and maintain a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Missouri or possess compact licensure, in accordance with state board of nursing regulations.

Experience: Previous hospital experience is preferred and may be required depending on the unit.

Certifications (Required): Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, or completion within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BSN preferred
• Additional state licensure or specialty certifications preferred
• Prior experience in specialty area or similar clinical setting

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat as needed to perform nursing duties

If you’re looking for a dynamic cardiovascular environment with unmatched support and growth opportunities, we’d love to talk with you!