New Graduate Nurse at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital

Additional Information About The Role The BJC HealthCare New Graduate Nurse position is available for all student nurses – regardless of graduation date – and will connect students directly to our Graduate Nurse recruitment team, who is committed to helping new graduates navigate the Staff Nurse application process. Qualified students who apply to this position are eligible to receive career opportunities at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital and across all BJC HealthCare hospitals and nursing specialties. Available Graduate Nurse Specialties at Barnes Jewish Hospital West County Medical/Surgical Units (Adults) Emergency Department (Adults) BJC HealthCare Hospital Alton Memorial Hospital Barnes-Jewish Hospital Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital Christian Hospital Memorial Hospital Belleville Memorial Hospital Shiloh Missouri Baptist Medical Center Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital Parkland Health Center Progress West Hospital St.Louis Children’s Hospital Available Benefits BSN Differential Benefits Eligible Student-Loan Repayment Eligible at Select Hospitals Tuition Assistance nurse Residency Programs Available at Select Hospitals Overview Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital offers highly specialized surgical and medical services in an intimate environment and is known for outstanding patient care. With 64 private patient rooms, 14 operating rooms, and four intensive care unit rooms, the facility was designed to provide a comforting environment that is innovative, efficient and centered on the patient experience. The campus features a park‑like setting with landscaping and a walking path that winds through the grounds and connects to Millennium Park. Role Purpose The Graduate Nurse provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care after completing a nursing program and before licensure. Will be required to obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation from an accredited school of nursing to remain employed in a HSO in the state of Missouri. Responsibilities Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post‑treatment home care needs and medication administration. Uses critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient’s physical, psychosocial and emotional needs. Develops and implements individual plans of care in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Evaluates patient’s response and modifies plan of care accordingly throughout the patient’s stay. Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development. 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 Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards 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. Summary To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary. Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr