Licensed Practical Nurse - Night Shift - Health Care

Job Information St. Mary's Hospital – St. Louis Worker Type: Regular Location: St. Mary's Hospital – St. Louis Schedule Options: Full-time, Part-time Schedule Time Options: Days, Nights, Weekend Option, Variable Job Summary Provides direct patient care to behavioral health patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility. Job Responsibilities and Requirements Completes admitting and shift assessments on assigned patients, including behaviors; accurately and within time‑frame set in policy and procedures. Utilizes critical thinking skills and judgement to analyze patient assessment data and notify physician of changes in condition. Participates in the development, review and evaluation of multidisciplinary treatment plans as per policies and procedures. Documents all nursing care given and adheres to nursing standards and ministry policies and procedures. Consistently and accurately implements and records physicians orders. Assesses and monitors patients and environment for safety within the unit. Serves as a clinical resource and supervises care delivered by LPNs and techs. Educates patients and families based on assessed needs and documents education provided in the Electronic Health Record. Applies evidence‑based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age‑specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department’s Scope of Service. Demonstrates professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model. Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide responses to evolving health and nursing needs. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing. Experience No experience required. Physical Requirements Constant use of speech for oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0‑25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching, keyboard use/data entry. Frequent vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25‑50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running. Licensure and Certifications State of Work Location: Missouri Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Nurse (RN) – Missouri Division of Professional Registration or RN issued by Compact State Benefits Competitive, affordable health insurance Tuition coverage up to $5,250 per year Paid maternity & paternity coverage Adoption assistance Retirement benefits with employer matching plans Long & short‑term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Paid parental leave: one week for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE) Voluntary benefit through DailyPay for instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSM Health