Find your calling at Mercy!
Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and nonclinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.
Position Details:
Nursing - Win from Within - 2026
Location: Mercy Hospital Perry, Perryville, MO
Department: Center of Nursing Excellence
Status: Part-Time (Minimum of 16 hours/pay period)
Shift: 12 Hour Days or Nights
Mercy Hospital Perry is proud to support the next generation of nurses through our Win from Within program, a unique opportunity for financial support, professional growth, and a smoother transition into practice after graduation.
Whether you're just beginning your nursing prerequisites or already enrolled in a nursing program, this initiative is designed to empower you from the classroom to the patient room.
🎓 In Partnership with These Schools:
Southeast Health College of Nursing and Health Sciences
St. Louis Community College
Jefferson College
Mineral Area College
St. Charles Community College
Southwestern Illinois College
East Central College
Southwest Baptist University
Washington School of Practical Nursing (WSPN)
Lewis & Clark Community College
💰 Program Highlights & Benefits:
Up to $10,000/year in tuition support
Funding available for: 1 year of prerequisites and 2 years of nursing program
Covers: Tuition, books, registration, lab and technology fees, clinical scrubs, and more.
Helps ensure a smoother transition to professional practice post-graduation
Offers direct career pathway opportunities within Mercy Hospital Perry
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
Enrolled in nursing prerequisites, or actively enrolled in a nursing program at a participating school (RN & LPN)
Completion of this application and submission of a resume, letter of recommendation, and unofficial transcript (if applicable).
Please attach above submission materials with your completed application.
Once application and additional materials have been submitted, our recruitment team will reach out with next steps and interview information.
🏥 Work & Commitment Requirements:
Must be able to work a minimum of 16 hours per pay period (every 2 weeks) in a Patient Care Associate, Patient Care Tech, Nurse Tech, or similar clinical role within the hospital
Must sign a contract agreeing to work 1-3 years at Mercy Hospital Perry after graduation. (Commitment length depends on the amount of financial support received.)
⏱ Application Deadlines:
April 24, 2026 - Summer Semester
July 3, 2026 - Fall Semester
***Limited Opportunities Available***
Please make sure to apply prior to the application deadline
For more information, please contact: Lauren @ Lauren.Padgett@Mercy.Net
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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