CVICU - Clinical Nurse

Introduction The BJC Registered Nurse Career Ladder differentiates BJC as the place for nurses to work in the greater St. Louis area. This is a tool to empower nurses to work at the top of their license and own their career progression. The BJC RN Career Ladder promotes professional development, leadership, collaboration, education and service excellence and gives staff the opportunity to continue doing what they do best – caring for patients – while having the opportunity to advance to the next step in their career. Moves to higher ladder levels will result in a percentage increase of current pay that aligns with the new job description. Benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, and tuition assistance. Additional Information About the Role Critical Care experience preferred Great team and support system Nights position Overview Missouri Baptist Medical Center (MBMC), an acute care hospital in St. Louis County, offers a full continuum of medical and surgical services, including heart care, cancer, women's and infants, breast health, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, stroke, therapy, wound and pain management services. The hospital has a 24‑hour adult emergency department and cares for pediatric patients at a separate emergency department in collaboration with St. Louis Children’s Hospital. MBMC is the first and only hospital in St. Louis County to be named a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The prestigious designation is the highest credential a health care organization can receive for nursing excellence and quality patient care. This recognition has been accomplished by less than nine percent of hospitals nationwide. U.S. News & World Report ranked MBMC #2 in the St. Louis metro area. The Cardiovascular Recovery Unit (CVR) at MBMC is a 10‑bed critical care unit for post‑operative cardiac, vascular and thoracic patients and for patients requiring high‑intensity care including positive‑pressure ventilation and invasive monitoring. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field Critical Care experience preferred Role Purpose Provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care. Responsibilities Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment and educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post‑treatment home care needs and medication administration. Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance and in professional development. Develops, implements, and documents individual plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional team and the patient, family or caregiver according to the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Proactively plans and ensures communication of the plan of care across the continuum of care. Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs according to standards of care. Assesses patient preferences and barriers to involvement in care, including values, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and population‑specific needs. BJC has determined this is a safety‑sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Education : Nursing Diploma or Associate’s degree Experience : No prior experience required Licenses & Certifications : Registered Nurse (RN) license Supervisor Experience No prior experience required Preferred Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of month after hire Disability insurance paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off that combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Missouri Baptist Medical Center