Find your calling at Mercy! Mercy Hospital St. Louis Are you a nursing student passionate about maternal and newborn care? Join our Mom Baby Unit at Mercy St. Louis and gain hands-on experience supporting mothers and newborns in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. This role is an excellent stepping stone for those pursuing a future RN career in Labor & Birth or Mom Baby. Schedule Options Full-time and Part-time opportunities available Shift: Nights Position Details: Role Overview Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the Nurse Tech assists in delivering individualized patient care to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness. You’ll work as part of a supportive care team, contributing to excellent patient outcomes while building critical clinical skills. Key Responsibilities Patient Care Support Assist with daily hygiene and personal care Support routine activities such as ambulation, feeding, turning, and positioning Monitor skin integrity and prevent breakdown Ensure patient comfort and hygiene needs are met Clinical & Technical Duties Record vital signs and input patient data into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Assist with point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose monitoring) Perform specimen collection as appropriate Prepare charts for admissions, discharges, and transfers Observe and report changes in patient condition promptly Team & Operational Support Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient care Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers Perform clerical duties (answer phones, monitor call lights) Maintain compliance with training and certifications Demonstrate effective time management and adaptability Advanced Skills Opportunities With proper training and validation, Nurse Techs may independently perform: Phlebotomy and blood culture collection Wound care (sterile and non-sterile) Enteral feeding and IV removal Tracheostomy care and suctioning Urinary catheter removal and specimen collection Skills performed with a nurse present include: NG tube insertion/management Urinary catheter insertion PIV insertion Enemas, disimpaction, and additional procedures Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program Completed Fundamentals of Nursing (transcript required) Must remain in good standing with nursing program throughout employment BLS certification required within 1 month of hire Preferred Qualifications Previous patient care experience Certifications such as: CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) CPCT (Patient Care Tech) EMT/Paramedic AUA (Advanced Unlicensed Assistant) Physical Requirements Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs regularly Prolonged standing and walking throughout shifts Ability to bend, kneel, twist, reach, and squat as needed Why Join Mercy? Gain specialized experience in Mom Baby & postpartum care Work alongside experienced nurses and clinicians Build skills that prepare you for a successful RN career Be part of a compassionate, patient-focused team 👉 Start your journey toward a rewarding career in women’s and newborn health—apply today! 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. Transforming the Health of Our Communities Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy. Click Here to Learn More about Mercy
