Registered Nurse - Med Surg 6S Bordley - Weekend Program Days

Join to apply for the Registered Nurse - Med Surg 6S Bordley - Weekend Program Days role at SSM Health 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Sign-on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility! Bonuses up to $30,000! Schedule: Weekends, 7am- 7pm Benefits: Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to: Benefits are effective 31 days from date of hire. Wellness Programs Retirement savings program Professional development and continuing education opportunities PTO accrual begins day one Employee assistance programs (EAP) Please note, benefits and eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply. Job Summary: The Registered Nurse is a professional practitioner who assesses, manages, directs, and provides nursing care activities during the patient's hospital stay and coordinates planning with other disciplines utilizing a patient/customer driven approach. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: Position Accountabilities And Performance Criteria Essential Functions Performs comprehensive nursing assessment/reassessment. Performs age-appropriate admission assessment or transfer assessment. Obtains input from family/guardian when appropriate. Accurately and completely documents findings. Performs assessment of post‑op/post‑invasive procedure patients. Assesses and documents education and discharge needs of patient and family on admission and throughout hospitalization. Provides patient reassessment documenting pertinent observations according to the patient plan of care, changes in condition, status and/or diagnosis, response to care, procedures, etc., and standards of care. Establishes, coordinates and evaluates a plan of care based on analysis of assessment data, patient diagnosis, lab data, tests, procedures, physician orders, protocols and standards of care and other information as relevant. Identifies short and long term goals based on patient care needs. Formulates nursing interventions to achieve desired patient outcome. Incorporates disease specific evidenced based practice into nursing care plan and other documentation. Provides and documents nursing interventions based on assessed patient needs, plan of care, and changes in patient status. Collaborates with appropriate health team members for coordination of daily plan of care for assigned patients. Provides, coordinates and communicates patient care, including accurate Handoff Communication Reports. Administers and documents medications accurately according to policies and procedures. Monitors, maintains and documents accurate IV fluids and parenteral nutrition according to policies and procedures. Completes referrals as indicated by assessment data. Requests consultation for special needs, equipment, or information for patient and/or family. Provides patient/family education and discharge planning per documentation guidelines and protocol. Clarifies all physician orders as warranted. Acknowledges and implements physician orders in an accurate and timely manner as evidenced by documentation in the medical record. Assists physician with procedures/treatments as requested or delegates to Care Partner as appropriate. Documents "Readback" for all telephone/verbal orders. Takes telephone/verbal orders only in emergency situations. Recognizes changes in patient's condition and takes appropriate nursing actions. Involves the family/guardian when providing care and in decision-making as appropriate. Recognizes risks for patient and takes appropriate action. Incorporates use of Infection Control practices in daily care. Documents and or communicates nursing care and or changes in patient condition. Performs and documents ongoing evaluation of effectiveness of care based on assessment data, nursing interventions, patient response to medications, treatments and procedures. Evaluates and documents effectiveness of patient/family education. Evaluates plan of care and modifies as indicated. Recognizes significant changes in patient's clinical parameters and reports immediately to physician and others as indicated. Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward problem resolution. Reports variation from care/treatment following the occurrence reporting policy and procedures. Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury. Restraint Care: Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application, applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure, monitors and assesses patient's response, provides specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.), provides consultation for peers, documents restraint use and associated care thoroughly. Pain Management: Assesses patient for presence of pain, incorporates cultural/spiritual beliefs, implements pain management techniques, includes patient/family in plan, considers other methods (massage, repositioning, immobilization, music therapy). Abuse Assessment: Recognizes abuse, reports signs to the Administrative Director of Behavioral Health, physician, Risk Management and Social Work, takes appropriate action to support patient safety. Demonstrates accountability for own professional practice. Adheres to all quality and performance standards, policies, procedures, protocols when implementing clinical and technical aspects of care. Participates in learning experiences that increases professional competence. Demonstrates appropriate technical and cognitive skills for area of practice. Maintains currency in all hospital/unit information, communication, policies and procedures. Attends staff meetings/reviews minutes when absent. Participates in Committee(s), Shared Governance, Work Team(s). Reviews Hospital/Nursing publications. Keeps up to date with policies and procedures. Participates and or keeps up to date with Shared Governance and Unit Based Practice Council activities. Demonstrates ability to change and adapt to changing work demands. Responds positively to change. Provides assistance and support to peers, co‑workers and other team members. Adapts positively to changes in unplanned workload and job demands. Ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and appropriate manner. Opens and precepts new employees when required. Functions as a resource person to co‑workers, patients/families, medical staff and other members of the health care team. Effectively assumes and delegates care and other activities to the appropriate team member. Redirection of clinical staff when the medical plan of care is altered. Communicates the plan of care to be followed on each individual patient. Responsible for the supervision and teaching of students/new staff nurses. Safety/Infection Control: Performs job in accordance with safety and infection control policies. Practices standard precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines. Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees. Maintains clutter free environment. Follows hand hygiene procedures. Utilizes Safe Patient Handling techniques and equipment. Keeps personal conversations/background noise to a minimum. Adheres to dress code. Reports risk management concerns using eSRM. Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: current license and certifications, BLS and HI, Annual TB Screening and Influenza vaccination, Annual Ethics Training, Annual Safety Training, Required Information Security course, Required Abuse & Neglect course, Annual Blood Borne Pathogens training (if required), Coursework as assigned for .edu, Annual competency, Age/Population specific competency (if applicable), orientation competency (if new hire). Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectful manner. Demonstrates care and courtesy: Provides prompt, respectful, courteous service; works with other team members to answer call lights promptly; apologizes for mix‑up and delay; communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality; listens to staff/patient/family concerns; explains procedures; allows time for questions; demonstrates competence and collaboration; provides accurate handoff reports; shares knowledge; recommends changes; ensures customer satisfaction through established principles; incorporates performance improvement and evidence based practice. Assists in developing and implementing nursing unit goals; remains current with evidence based practice initiatives; identifies opportunities for improvement; participates in performance/process improvement process; assists in developing unit based Performance Improvement and action plans; leads a performance improvement team when requested; contributes to data collection; participates in evaluation of Performance Improvement results; participates in nursing research activities; participates in departmental and hospital performance improvement activities; assists in occurrence reviews; contributes to maintenance/improvement of all nursing quality indicators. Age Appropriate Care: Provides age‑appropriate care to adults and geriatric patients; demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development, interprets age specific data, involves family or significant other in decision making, provides service needed for the age groups routinely served. Cost Effective Services: Uses resources efficiently; recommends change in practice; documents chargeable supplies and equipment; prioritizes responsibilities; completes work on time; utilizes non‑clinical time constructively. DISCLAIMER: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Job Specifications Minimum Education: Licensed to work as an RN in the state of Missouri Working Conditions: May be exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases. Exposure to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries, and illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Handles emergency and crisis situations. Subject to irregular hours. Physical Requirements: Occasional prolonged standing/walking. Occasionally lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching. Practice Agreement This section outlines expectations for nursing staff regarding infection control, nursing practice, environment, and professional conduct. Key points include: Achieve excellence in infection control by isolating per policy, adhering to hand hygiene, maintaining dressings, reporting risks, using safe practices during crisis situations. Achieve excellence in nursing practice by contributing to the care team, participating in practice development, ensuring thorough documentation, rounding with purpose, modeling practice excellence, ensuring licensure and certifications are current. Own and respect the environment by maintaining proper care of equipment, keeping surroundings neat and organized, and handling hand‑off reports responsibly. Treat colleagues, patients, visitors, and partners with respect and dignity; show empathy; resolve conflicts constructively; maintain positive attitude; provide accurate information; respond promptly; use professional titles appropriately. Provide service to patients and families with communication, privacy, proactive support, and compassionate care, ensuring safety and alertness. This agreement is not a complete list of job responsibilities but provides concrete actions to ensure nursing practice at Saint Louis University Hospital sets the benchmark for excellence. Required Professional License And/Or Certifications State of Work Location: Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) 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 Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State State of Work Location: Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) State of Work Location: Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Work Shift Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type Employee Department 1002000037 Med Surg -Bordley 6S Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Highlights include: Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit through DailyPay for instant access to earned, unpaid base pay. Upfront Tuition Coverage: tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. 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