RN - PACU
- 12-hour shifts
- BLS
- RN license
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open PACU nurse jobs in Missouri post a median of $40.14 an hour, the middle half $40.14–$42.19, across 18 jobs that state their pay. PACU nurses employed in Missouri earn a median of $39.32 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Workplace injuries
Mercy Hospital St Louis in Saint Louis reported 189 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 9,377,615 hours worked: 4.0 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 8 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Wage and Hour record
The Labor Department's Wage and Hour Division found $54,547 in back wages to 61 workers (most of it unpaid overtime), findings for 15 Jun 2019 to 14 Jun 2021, at Mercy Hospitals East Communities (trading as Mercy Hospital Saint Louis) in St. Louis, MO. The employer agreed to pay the back wages; the record does not say whether the practice continues, so ask how overtime and travel time are paid. Back wages at healthcare employers.
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About the job
Find your calling at Mercy!
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
📍 Mercy Hospital St. Louis PACU
✨ Now Hiring – Full time
1100-2330 3 x 12 hours shifts per week
🩺 PACU RN | Mercy St. Louis
The PACU at Mercy St. Louis is a Phase I recovery unit caring for patients after surgery or procedures requiring general anesthesia. Nurses work closely with the anesthesia team and care for patients ranging from routine post-op recoveries to critically ill ICU-level patients.
Strong critical care skills are essential, including experience with ventilators, airway management, vasoactive drips, chest tubes, drains, central lines, and arterial lines. The unit supports a variety of surgical specialties, including ENT, General Surgery, GU, GYN, Bariatrics, and Pediatrics.
PACU nurses care for both adult and pediatric patients, participate in weekend and holiday call, and work in a highly collaborative, self-covered team environment. ICU, ED, Critical Care, or PACU experience is strongly preferred.
🌟 Why Join Mercy St. Louis?
At Mercy, you’re not just taking a job - you’re joining a mission-driven team rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect . You’ll work alongside supportive colleagues, gain hands-on experience, and grow your career in a place that truly values you.
🏆 Named one of Modern Healthcare Magazine’s “Top 100 Places to Work”
💼 Benefits That Start Day One
✅ Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
✅ 401(k) with Employer Match
✅ PTO begins accruing immediately (including a Volunteer Day! )
🩹 Requirements
- BLS certification through American Heart Association
✅ Qualifications:
Education
- Graduate from an accredited RN program and active RN license
💙 A Culture That Cares
At Mercy, compassion and professionalism go hand in hand. We value teamwork, advocacy, and going the extra mile to deliver exceptional care. Our community will support you through every shift - especially the tough ones - while providing opportunities to grow, innovate, and make a real difference.
✨ If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply and be part of something bigger.
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.
From Mercy's job posting, checked 8 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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