Clinical Nurse - Inpatient Surgical - Nights

Additional Information About the Role 18 Bed Inpatient Surgical Unit Full time Position Night Shift Benefits Eligible Sign on Bonus Eligible The BJC RN 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. Overview Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital proudly serves families in St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren counties. The 102-bed community hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services including the Siteman Cancer Center, the Breast Health and Women’s Center, the Cardiology Center, the Neurosurgery Center and the Outpatient Surgery and Endoscopy Center. The hospital is an Accredited Chest Pain Center and carries a Level II stroke certification, with specialist offices in primary care, cardiology, obstetrics, dermatology, surgery and pulmonology, and additional outpatient services such as physical therapy, a sleep lab and cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation. At Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, every decision is made in the best interest of patients and families. The surgical inpatient unit cares for surgical patients utilizing a relationship-based care philosophy. Preferred Qualifications This role requires direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within the nursing standards of care. Responsibilities Promotes patient and family‑centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and families on managing their illness or injury, including post‑treatment home care 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, collaborating with interprofessional team members and the patient, family or caregiver. Proactively plans and ensures communication of the plan of care across the continuum. 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 Experience : No experience required Supervisor Experience : No experience required Licenses & Certifications : RN Preferred Requirements Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Experience : Less than 2 years Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards: At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well‑being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available the 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 To learn more, see our Benefits Summary. *Not all benefits apply to all jobs. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr BJC HealthCare