UMSL
Hiring nurses in Saint Louis, MO
From 1 posting, the employer’s site and nurse reviews · Employer research Aug 20, 2026Sources
The short version
You would clock in on a university campus in Saint Louis (63108), not a med-surg hallway.
Employer research, Aug 20, 2026
You can keep working while you finish a BSN — UMSL Nursing advertises an RN to BSN pathway for working nurses, and a Saint Louis employee listed reduced education costs as a reason to stay.
For experienced nursesSources
Employees highlight flexible hours and scheduling that support work-life balance, and a graduate student said the workload follows the class schedule.
For experienced nursesSources
Reviewers describe a friendly, collaborative atmosphere, supportive colleagues, and interesting work.
For experienced nursesSources
Nursing here
- Career development
Review summaries say educational opportunities are valued but advancement is limited versus other institutions.
UMSL · employer research
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- Tuition support
A Saint Louis employee listed reduced education costs as a benefit of working at UMSL.
UMSL · employer research
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As of 2024-03-18Source: glassdoor.sg- Scheduling
Employees highlight flexible hours and scheduling that supports work-life balance; a graduate student said workload follows class schedule.
UMSL · employer research
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Benefits
A Saint Louis employee listed reduced education costs as a benefit of working at UMSL.
Published pay and benefits
- Benefits
Faculty (10+ years) report salaries are low amid a recurring budget crunch; no dollar amount given
As of 2023-08-04
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- Benefits
Saint Louis project coordinator says pay would be better outside education; no dollar amount given
As of 2024-03-18
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- Benefits
Graduate student described pay as fair; no dollar amount given
As of 2024-02-09
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What nurses say
Themes from public reviews
Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.
- compensation
- Faculty and staff say pay is low for academia and would be higher outside education, with ongoing budget pressure.
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As of 2024-03-18Source: glassdoor.sg- work-life balance
- Flexible hours are a repeated plus, making it easier to mix work and personal life.
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- culture
- Reviewers describe a friendly, collaborative atmosphere, supportive colleagues, and interesting work.
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More review themes
- career growth
- People value learning opportunities but worry advancement is limited compared with other institutions.
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- management and staffing
- Some see leaders as committed to helping others; others cite staff shortages and budget constraints.
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- education benefit
- A current Saint Louis employee named reduced education costs, coworkers, and the work as reasons to stay.
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As of 2024-03-18Source: glassdoor.sg
The hard parts
Faculty with ten-plus years say salaries are low amid a recurring budget crunch, and a Saint Louis project coordinator said pay would be better outside education.
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As of 2023-08-04 · 2024-03-18Source: glassdoor.sg
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
- Where would I work, and on which unit or team?
Living in Saint Louis, MO
Saint Louis pairs Midwestern friendliness with a storied cultural scene anchored by the Gateway Arch and Forest Park, one of America's largest urban parks. Neighborhoods like Soulard, with its historic farmers' market, and the Central West End offer distinct character for nurses seeking an approachable city with genuine community feel.
Browse roles in Saint Louis- State price level · Missouri
- 9% below the national average
- State index 90.8 (100 = national)
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities
Common questions
Does UMSL hire new grads?
The one role asks for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to UMSL, and we tell you what happens next.
Roles from UMSL
Sources
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/UMSL-Mayurbhanj-Reviews-EI_IE1374043.0,4_IL.5,15_IC5007670.htm
The short version, Nursing here, What nurses say · as of 2024-03-18 · 2023-08-04
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/UMSL-Graduate-Research-Assistant-Reviews-EI_IE1374043.0,4_KO5,32.htm
The short version, Nursing here, What nurses say · as of 2024-03-18 · 2023-08-04
- glassdoor.sg/Reviews/Employee-Review-UMSL-E1374043-RVW78866663.htm
The short version, Nursing here, What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2026 · 2024-03-18
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The short version · as of 2026 · 2024-03-18
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The short version · as of 2026 · 2024-03-18
- umsl.edu
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