Graduate Nurse Jobs in St. Louis, MO
Graduate Nurse jobs in St. Louis are concentrated in the medical corridor anchored by the Central West End and Forest Park Southeast, with additional demand in downtown's hospital district and South County's growing health systems, across acute care, pediatrics, and behavioral health. Employers actively hiring include BJC HealthCare, Mercy, and SSM Health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Med Surg - SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital – St. Louis, MO
Schedule: Full time, 7p-7a varying nights with every 3rd weekend, holiday requirement, no on call requirement
Eligibility:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Eligible to practice as determined by State Board of Nursing
- Less than one year of experience working as an RN
Being a nurse is more than a job, it’s a calling. That is why SSM Health wants to invest in your future. As a new graduate nurse hired with SSM Health, you will participate in the SSM Health Nurse Residency Program. This will allow you to connect and learn from other graduate nurses across the system as you work to enhance your confidence, knowledge, and practical skill. The residency program is designed to complement your education and support your continued professional growth.
Join our team and make a difference every day while enjoying competitive pay, great benefits, and a supportive work environment.
We offer competitive, affordable health insurance and benefits designed to support you and your family.
Fulfill your calling with SSM Health — apply today!
Job Summary:
Pre-licensure graduate of an accredited nursing program who actively participates in SSM Health New Graduate Nurse Residency Program. Under the direction of RN, provides care to patients within scope of role and professional standards. Responsible for the delivery of age appropriate care for assigned patients with a wide variety of medical conditions. Nurse Residents in the state of Oklahoma can perform responsibilities designated below (Oklahoma). Nurse Residents in Wisconsin, Illinois and Missouri can perform all responsibilities listed.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Under the direction of the RN Preceptor:
- Performs delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing care activities for population served. Delegated specialized tasks may include anything for which training was received in the approved nursing program. In the state of Oklahoma, this does not include tasks/skills which must be performed by a licensed nurse.
- Performs patient assessments including biophysical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, and age appropriate needs of the patients, including the assessment of nutrition, pain management, and signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect in order to develop, evaluate and modify patient's plan of care.
- Develops a realistic, comprehensive patient family education plan, using appropriate resources and methods of instruction and provides patient/family health education and coaching.
- Completes accurate and timely documentation (Oklahoma), including, but not limited to, the processing of physician orders, in accordance with policies and procedures. Monitors and evaluates delivery of nursing care given by team members based on patient needs and professional judgement.
- Collaborates with physicians and other health care professionals regarding all aspects of patient care.
- Participates in training to understand and perform patient care. (Oklahoma)
- Completes competency requirements satisfactorily. (Oklahoma)
- Completes training as required; seeks assistance and asks questions as needed to learn and understand role. (Oklahoma)
- As part of the SSM Health nursing department, I will demonstrate the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model. Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide his/her response to the current and evolving health and care needs of our patients and our patient populations. (Oklahoma)
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. (Oklahoma)
- Performs other duties as assigned. (Oklahoma)
EDUCATION
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing
- For Illinois: an official passing score on NCLEX results
EXPERIENCE
- No experience required
State of Work Location: Illinois
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Or
- FUTURE - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) within 90 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- FUTURE - Registered Professional Nurse (RN) within 3 months of Official NCLEX Pass Date - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- And
- Official NCLEX Pass Letter - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location: Missouri and Oklahoma
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Or
- FUTURE - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) within 90 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- FUTURE - Status of Fail on The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 3 months of graduation date - Pearson VUE
- And
- FUTURE - NCLEX test date within 30 days - Pearson VUE
State of Work Location: Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Or
- FUTURE - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) within 90 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- FUTURE - Status of Fail on The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 3 months of graduation date - Pearson VUE
- And
- FUTURE - NCLEX test date within 30 days - Pearson VUE
- And
Work Shift:
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Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
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Who's Hiring
- BJC HealthCare42

- Mercy4

- SSM Health4

- SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital4

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
Graduate Nurse Jobs in St. Louis: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a graduate nurse job in St. Louis?
The most direct path in St. Louis is targeting the large academic medical centers in the Central West End and Forest Park Southeast, which run structured nurse residency programs designed for new graduates. Health systems anchoring South County and North St. Louis County also hire entry-level RNs into med-surg and telemetry units. Candidates who complete clinical rotations at St. Louis facilities and earn ACLS certification before graduation consistently move faster through hiring pipelines here.
Which companies hire graduate nurses in St. Louis?
St. Louis graduate nurse roles are posted by BJC HealthCare, Mercy, and SSM Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. St. Louis's hiring is driven by a dense cluster of academic health systems, community hospitals, and specialty care networks that together maintain some of the largest nursing workforces in the Midwest.
How can I get a graduate nurse job in St. Louis with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in St. Louis is applying to nurse residency or new graduate programs at the city's major academic health systems, which are built specifically for candidates without post-licensure experience. Community hospitals in the St. Louis metro area also hire new graduates into general med-surg floors, where clinical volume is high and mentorship is structured. Candidates who completed clinical hours at a St. Louis facility and hold a current BLS certification have a clear advantage when competing for these local openings.
Which industries hire the most graduate nurses in St. Louis?
St. Louis graduate nurse roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. St. Louis's status as a regional hub for academic medicine, children's health, and behavioral health services keeps demand consistently high across these sectors regardless of broader economic conditions.
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