Earn As You Learn - Mercy St Louis
Saint Louis, MO, United States
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- nursing student
- clinical practicum
- registered nurse
The Earn As You Learn program at Mercy St Louis offers senior LPN or RN nursing students paid hands-on clinical experience during their final practicum. Participants work under the supervision of nurses, gaining practical skills and personalized support while earning a stipend. Successful completion can lead to early job placement and a full-time nursing role with Mercy following graduation.
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:
🩺 Mercy St Louis Hospital
Nursing - Earn As You Learn (EAYL) Program
📅 Now Accepting Applications for Spring 2026
🎓 Kickstart Your Nursing Career – While You Finish School
Are you a senior LPN or RN nursing student preparing for your final semester?
Join Mercy’s Earn As You Learn (EAYL) Program and get paid while gaining valuable hands-on experience during your senior practicum!
💰 Program Benefits:
$2,000 Stipend (taxed) upon successful completion of your senior practicum at Mercy
Work directly with nurse managers, clinical supervisors, and frontline nurses for personalized support
Build strong professional relationships and transition into a full-time nursing role post-graduation
Early job placement opportunities—secure your RN or LPN position before graduation!
✅ Eligibility & Commitment
To participate, students must:
Be in their final semester of an accredited LPN or RN program
Complete their senior practicum at Mercy Hospital St Louis
Accept a bedside nursing role at Mercy (minimum 6-month commitment). You will need to start applying to Graduate Nurse opportunities ASAP!
*It is strongly encouraged that this position is on the unit where the practicum was completed
🚨 Limited Spots Available – Apply Early!
Don't miss this opportunity to learn, earn,
and launch your career with Mercy.
Questions? Contact stephanie.royer@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.




