SSM Health
Job Title
RN – OR – FT Nights
Company SSM Health – Saint Louis University Hospital
Work Type Regular, Full‑time
Job Summary The Registered Nurse is a professional practitioner who assesses, manages, directs, and provides nursing care activities during the patient’s hospital stay and coordinates planning with other disciplines using a patient‑/customer‑driven approach.
Responsibilities & Requirements
Perform comprehensive nursing assessment/reassessment.
Obtain age‑appropriate admission or transfer assessment; involve family or guardian as appropriate.
Accurately document findings and assessment of post‑op/post‑invasive patients.
Assess and document education and discharge needs of patients and families at admission and throughout hospitalization.
Provide patient reassessment and document pertinent observations per the patient plan of care, including changes in condition, status, diagnosis, response to care, and procedures.
Establish, coordinate, and evaluate a plan of care based on assessment data, lab results, physician orders, protocols, and other relevant information.
Identify short‑ and long‑term goals based on patient care needs and formulate nursing interventions to achieve desired outcomes.
Incorporate disease‑specific evidence‑based practice into nursing care plans and documentation.
Collaborate with health‑team members to coordinate daily care plans for assigned patients.
Communicate accurately during hand‑off reports and patient care coordination.
Administer and document medications, IV fluids, and parenteral nutrition accurately per policies.
Complete referrals and request consultations as needed.
Provide patient/family education and discharge planning per documented guidelines.
Clarify and confirm physician orders; acknowledge and implement them in a timely manner.
Assist physicians with procedures or delegate to a caring partner when appropriate; document “Readback” for all telephone orders.
Recognize changes in patient condition and take appropriate nursing actions, including involving family or guardian in decision‑making.
Incorporate Infection Control practices in daily care and document changes in patient condition as required.
Evaluate and document the effectiveness of care and patient/family education, and adjust plans accordingly.
Report significant changes in clinical parameters immediately to the physician and others as indicated.
Identify problems, gather data, propose solutions, communicate effectively, and work towards problem resolution.
Report variations from care or treatment per company policy.
Provide specialized care to high‑risk patients, including restraint care (initiate and evaluate alternatives, apply restraints as approved, monitor response, provide timely care, consult peers, and document thoroughly).
Manage pain (assess presence of pain, incorporate cultural beliefs, implement preventive techniques, involve patients or families in the plan, and consider massage, repositioning, and music therapy).
Assess abuse (recognize criteria, report signs to appropriate departments, and support patient safety).
Adhere to all quality and performance standards, policies, and procedures while implementing clinical and technical care aspects.
Participate in learning experiences that increase professional competence and maintain currency with policies.
Attend staff meetings and committees, keep up with shared governance, and contribute to unit‑based practice councils.
Assist in orienting/precepting new employees when required.
Serve as a resource to co‑workers, patients/families, and medical staff; delegate care appropriately and communicate plan of care precisely.
Supervise and teach students or new staff nurses.
Maintain safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practice standard precautions, dispose of hazardous waste, adhesion to hand hygiene, and use safe patient handling techniques.
Complete annual mandatory requirements (licensure, BLS/HI, TB screening, influenza vaccination, ethics training, safety training, information‑security course, abuse & neglect course, blood‑borne pathogens training, and competency courses as required).
Provide customer‑centered care, maintain positive patient/family relationships, manage call lights promptly, apologize for delays, communicate effectively, and keep dossiers confidential.
Offer constructive feedback to colleagues, mentor new employees, resolve conflicts constructively, and maintain a positive work attitude.
Respect colleagues, patients, visitors, and partners with empathy, dignity, and professionalism.
Introduce yourself to patients and their families, provide clear explanations of procedures, monitor patient placement and privacy (curtains, covers).
Compassionately respond to patient concerns and maintain constant state of alertness to ensure patient safety.
Use resources efficiently, prioritize responsibilities, and complete tasks on time.
Job Specifications
Minimum Education:
Licensed RN in the state of Missouri.
Work Conditions:
Exposure to blood‑borne diseases, unpredictable situations, emergency and crisis handling, irregular hours.
Physical Requirements:
Occasional prolonged standing/walking, lifting, positioning, pushing, transferring patients, occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Shift & Schedule
Night Shift
40 scheduled weekly hours
Employee – Full‑time
Required Licenses & Certifications (by state)
Illinois – Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS‑HCP) and Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Missouri – BLS‑HCP and RN – Missouri Division of Professional Registration (or RN issued by Compact State).
Oklahoma – BLS‑HCP and RN issued by Compact State or Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
Wisconsin – BLS‑HCP and RN issued by Compact State or Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
Benefits
Paid parental leave (one week for newborns or adopted children, pro‑rated for FTE).
Flexible payment options via DailyPay (voluntary, instant access to earned pay). Fees may apply.
Up‑front tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
EEO Statement 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, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
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Company SSM Health – Saint Louis University Hospital
Work Type Regular, Full‑time
Job Summary The Registered Nurse is a professional practitioner who assesses, manages, directs, and provides nursing care activities during the patient’s hospital stay and coordinates planning with other disciplines using a patient‑/customer‑driven approach.
Responsibilities & Requirements
Perform comprehensive nursing assessment/reassessment.
Obtain age‑appropriate admission or transfer assessment; involve family or guardian as appropriate.
Accurately document findings and assessment of post‑op/post‑invasive patients.
Assess and document education and discharge needs of patients and families at admission and throughout hospitalization.
Provide patient reassessment and document pertinent observations per the patient plan of care, including changes in condition, status, diagnosis, response to care, and procedures.
Establish, coordinate, and evaluate a plan of care based on assessment data, lab results, physician orders, protocols, and other relevant information.
Identify short‑ and long‑term goals based on patient care needs and formulate nursing interventions to achieve desired outcomes.
Incorporate disease‑specific evidence‑based practice into nursing care plans and documentation.
Collaborate with health‑team members to coordinate daily care plans for assigned patients.
Communicate accurately during hand‑off reports and patient care coordination.
Administer and document medications, IV fluids, and parenteral nutrition accurately per policies.
Complete referrals and request consultations as needed.
Provide patient/family education and discharge planning per documented guidelines.
Clarify and confirm physician orders; acknowledge and implement them in a timely manner.
Assist physicians with procedures or delegate to a caring partner when appropriate; document “Readback” for all telephone orders.
Recognize changes in patient condition and take appropriate nursing actions, including involving family or guardian in decision‑making.
Incorporate Infection Control practices in daily care and document changes in patient condition as required.
Evaluate and document the effectiveness of care and patient/family education, and adjust plans accordingly.
Report significant changes in clinical parameters immediately to the physician and others as indicated.
Identify problems, gather data, propose solutions, communicate effectively, and work towards problem resolution.
Report variations from care or treatment per company policy.
Provide specialized care to high‑risk patients, including restraint care (initiate and evaluate alternatives, apply restraints as approved, monitor response, provide timely care, consult peers, and document thoroughly).
Manage pain (assess presence of pain, incorporate cultural beliefs, implement preventive techniques, involve patients or families in the plan, and consider massage, repositioning, and music therapy).
Assess abuse (recognize criteria, report signs to appropriate departments, and support patient safety).
Adhere to all quality and performance standards, policies, and procedures while implementing clinical and technical care aspects.
Participate in learning experiences that increase professional competence and maintain currency with policies.
Attend staff meetings and committees, keep up with shared governance, and contribute to unit‑based practice councils.
Assist in orienting/precepting new employees when required.
Serve as a resource to co‑workers, patients/families, and medical staff; delegate care appropriately and communicate plan of care precisely.
Supervise and teach students or new staff nurses.
Maintain safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practice standard precautions, dispose of hazardous waste, adhesion to hand hygiene, and use safe patient handling techniques.
Complete annual mandatory requirements (licensure, BLS/HI, TB screening, influenza vaccination, ethics training, safety training, information‑security course, abuse & neglect course, blood‑borne pathogens training, and competency courses as required).
Provide customer‑centered care, maintain positive patient/family relationships, manage call lights promptly, apologize for delays, communicate effectively, and keep dossiers confidential.
Offer constructive feedback to colleagues, mentor new employees, resolve conflicts constructively, and maintain a positive work attitude.
Respect colleagues, patients, visitors, and partners with empathy, dignity, and professionalism.
Introduce yourself to patients and their families, provide clear explanations of procedures, monitor patient placement and privacy (curtains, covers).
Compassionately respond to patient concerns and maintain constant state of alertness to ensure patient safety.
Use resources efficiently, prioritize responsibilities, and complete tasks on time.
Job Specifications
Minimum Education:
Licensed RN in the state of Missouri.
Work Conditions:
Exposure to blood‑borne diseases, unpredictable situations, emergency and crisis handling, irregular hours.
Physical Requirements:
Occasional prolonged standing/walking, lifting, positioning, pushing, transferring patients, occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Shift & Schedule
Night Shift
40 scheduled weekly hours
Employee – Full‑time
Required Licenses & Certifications (by state)
Illinois – Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS‑HCP) and Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Missouri – BLS‑HCP and RN – Missouri Division of Professional Registration (or RN issued by Compact State).
Oklahoma – BLS‑HCP and RN issued by Compact State or Oklahoma Board of Nursing.
Wisconsin – BLS‑HCP and RN issued by Compact State or Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.
Benefits
Paid parental leave (one week for newborns or adopted children, pro‑rated for FTE).
Flexible payment options via DailyPay (voluntary, instant access to earned pay). Fees may apply.
Up‑front tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
EEO Statement 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, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
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