Pulmonary Critical Care Physician

Position Overview The Pulmonary Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurses provide high‑quality care for patients experiencing acute medical conditions such as pre‑ and post‑lung transplant, pulmonary hypertension, ventilator‑dependent/weaning, and special drips while working closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver timely and effective treatment. Our 9‑bed unit with private rooms focuses on weaning respiratory support and offers a multidisciplinary therapy team for patient rehabilitation. Additional Information About the Role 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 advancing 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. Position Highlights $7,500 Sign On Bonus Eligible CCRN exam eligible after 2 years 9‑bed unit with private rooms 12‑hour day shifts 1:3 patient ratio Part‑time position Weekend and holiday rotation Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date 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 benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance 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. 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. Participates in professional development. Develops, implements, and documents individual plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional team and patient, family or caregiver in accordance with 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 their 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 Nursing Diploma/Associate's Nursing No Experience No Experience (Supervisor) RN Preferred Requirements Bachelor's Degree Nursing Licenses & Certifications RN Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr