Registered Nurse - Stepdown/Critical Care

Job Title MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type Regular Highlights Department: Progressive stepdown/TCU. Schedule: Fulltime. Weekend option, nights (7p-7a). Benefits Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to Up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year Paid maternity & paternity coverage Adoption assistance Various competitive health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer matching plans Long & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Sign on bonus available for eligible external candidates Job Summary Provides direct nursing care in settings where patients require complex assessments and intervention, in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. Responsibilities Obtains comprehensive data pertinent to the patient from the patient, family, and other healthcare providers to develop a holistic picture of the patient’s needs or condition. Analyzes and synthesizes data from the assessment in determining diagnosis or conditions relevant to care. Identifies optimal outcomes for the patient in collaboration with the patient, family and inter-professional team. Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain outcomes, using clinical judgement in collaboration with patient, family and inter-professional care team. Implements the plan, employing strategies to promote and maintain a safe environment, coordinating implementation with patient, family and inter-professional team. Evaluates processes and progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes. Contributes to the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, evaluates their own practice, and maintains current knowledge and competence. Communicates effectively in all areas of practice, collaborates with patient, family and inter-professional team. Uses clinical inquiry and integrates best evidence into practice. Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to critical care nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service. 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 One year registered nurse experience. Physical Requirements Constant use of speech, standing and walking, lifting objects 0-25 lbs, frequent sitting, reaching, keyboard use, vision and depth perception, smell, hearing. Occasional lifting 25-50 lbs, moving patients, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, repetitive movements, occasional driving, rare crawling and running. Required Professional Licenses and Certifications State of Illinois: BLS HCP (AHA), RN (IDFPR), ALS (AHA) or ENPC (ENA) or NRP (AAP) or PALS (AHA) or TNCC (ENA) or NRP Essentials (AAP). State of Missouri: BLS HCP (AHA), RN (Missouri Division of Professional Registration) or RN issued by Compact State, ALS (AHA) or ENPC (ENA) or NRP (AAP) or PALS (AHA) or TNCC (ENA) or NRP Essentials (AAP). State of Oklahoma: BLS HCP (AHA), RN issued by Compact State or RN (OBN), ALS (AHA) or ENPC (ENA) or NRP (AAP) or PALS (AHA) or TNCC (ENA) or NRP Essentials (AAP). State of Wisconsin: BLS HCP (AHA), RN issued by Compact State or RN (Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services), ALS (AHA) or ENPC (ENA) or NRP (AAP) or PALS (AHA) or TNCC (ENA) or NRP Essentials (AAP). Work Shift Night Shift. Job Type Employee. Department 1304000100 Prog High - 3and4 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36. Additional Benefits 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 (DailyPay) offering instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday (fees may apply). Upfront Tuition Coverage: FlexPath Funded tuition coverage for eligible team members. Equal Opportunity 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