RN, Residential Care - 1st Shift

Registered Nurse - SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
Location: 1201 Grand, Saint Louis, MO
Job Type: Regular
Job Summary: The Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care throughout the patient’s hospital stay, including assessment, planning, intervention, education, and documentation. The role coordinates with interdisciplinary teams to deliver timely, high‑quality care in a patient‑centered environment.
Responsibilities Perform age‑appropriate admission, transfer, and post‑op assessments; document findings accurately.
Develop and evaluate individualized care plans based on assessment data, diagnoses, lab results, and physician orders.
Implement nursing interventions, administer medications, monitor IV fluids and parenteral nutrition, and coordinate referrals or consultations as needed.
Provide patient and family education, discharge planning, and communication of care plans, including accurate hand‑off reports.
Monitor patient status, recognize changes, and respond promptly to variations in condition; report significant changes to the appropriate clinician.
Apply infection‑control and safety protocols, maintain a clean and safe environment, and dispose of hazardous waste properly.
Assist in restraint care, pain management, and abuse assessment when indicated.
Maintain professional competence through continuing education, participation in committees, and adherence to policies and procedures.
Demonstrate professionalism, collaborative teamwork, and ethical practice in all interactions with patients, families, and co‑workers.
Contribute to performance improvement and evidence‑based practice initiatives within the unit and hospital.
Provide age‑appropriate care for adult and geriatric patients, applying developmental knowledge to assessment and communication.
Use resources efficiently, document chargeable supplies, and support unit workflow and quality indicators.
Qualifications & Requirements Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri.
Ability to provide care in an acute inpatient setting with unpredictable demands.
Experience in performing comprehensive nursing assessments and developing care plans.
Knowledge of infection‑control and safety procedures.
Strong communication and documentation skills.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Shift & Hours Work Shift: Day Shift
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
Benefits Paid parental leave - one week for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE).
Flexible payment option - instant access to earned, unpaid base pay through DailyPay (fees may apply).
Upfront tuition coverage via FlexPath for eligible team members.
Expanded benefits package tailored to employee needs.
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.

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