Graduate Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN)

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles Job Summary Pre-licensure graduate of an accredited nursing program who actively participates in the SSM Health New Graduate Nurse Residency Program. Under the direction of an 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 Oklahoma can perform responsibilities designated below; 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. Delegated specialized tasks may include any activities for which training was received in the approved nursing program. In Oklahoma this does not include tasks that must be performed by a licensed nurse. Performs patient assessments including biophysical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, and age‑appropriate needs, nutrition, pain management, and signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect to develop, evaluate, and modify the patient's plan of care. Develops a realistic, comprehensive patient family education plan, uses appropriate resources, and provides patient/family health education and coaching. Completes accurate and timely documentation, including processing of physician orders, in accordance with policies and procedures. Monitors and evaluates delivery of nursing care 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). Demonstrates professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model and uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide responses to current and evolving patient needs (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 educational equivalency for licensing. For Illinois: an official passing score on NCLEX results. Experience No experience required. Required Professional License And/Or Certifications Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) FUTURE – BLS HCP within 90 days – AHA FUTURE – Registered Professional Nurse (RN) within 3 months of Official NCLEX Pass Date – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Official NCLEX Pass Letter – IDFPR Missouri and Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – AHA FUTURE – BLS HCP within 90 days – AHA FUTURE – Status of Fail on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 3 months of graduation date – Pearson VUE FUTURE – NCLEX test date within 30 days – Pearson VUE Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – AHA FUTURE – BLS HCP within 90 days – AHA FUTURE – Status of Fail on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 3 months of graduation date – Pearson VUE FUTURE – NCLEX test date within 30 days – Pearson VUE WI Nursing Temporary Permit – State of Wisconsin Work Shift Night Shift (United States of America) Job Type Employee Department 1060000002 Med Surg – 6CD Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: daily pay through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore all benefits. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSM Health