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Graduate Nurse - Stepdown
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What they do
A PCU or Stepdown Registered Nurse cares for hospital patients who need close monitoring but not intensive care. Works in a hospital unit typically called Progressive Care Unit or Stepdown Unit. Monitors life signs and medications for patients who are progressing from more critical to less critical care. Works under the supervision of a physician, as part of a hospital nursing team.
$89,980 / year median in Missouri
+11% projected growth
Job Description
It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Clare Hospital•
Fenton Worker Type:
Regular Job Highlights:
Join a team where your work matters, every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you'll be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact. As a new graduate nurse hired with SSM Health, you will participate in the SSM Health Nurse Residency Program, designed to strengthen your clinical skills, support your professional growth, and help you successfully transition into practice.Department:
Stepdown Schedule:
Full-time, 7:00 PM- 7:00 AM, varying nights, every third weekend required, holiday rotation required Apply today. SSM Health
- We bring out the incredible in you, every day.
Job Summary:
Pre-licensure graduate of an accredited nursing program who actively participates in SSM Health New Graduate Nurse Residency Program. Under the direction of RN, provides care to patients within scope of role and professional standards. Responsible for the delivery of age appropriate care for assigned patients with a wide variety of medical conditions. Nurse Residents in the state of Oklahoma can perform responsibilities designated below (Oklahoma). Nurse Residents in Wisconsin, Illinois and Missouri can perform all responsibilities listed.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of theRN Preceptor:
Performs delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing care activities for population served. Delegated specialized tasks may include anything for which training was received in the approved nursing program. In the state of Oklahoma, this does not include tasks/skills which must be performed by a licensed nurse. Performs patient assessments including biophysical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, and age appropriate needs of the patients, including the assessment of nutrition, pain management, and signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect in order to develop, evaluate and modify patient's plan of care. Develops a realistic, comprehensive patient family education plan, using appropriate resources and methods of instruction and provides patient/family health education and coaching. Completes accurate and timely documentation (Oklahoma), including, but not limited to, the processing of physician orders, in accordance with policies and procedures. Monitors and evaluates delivery of nursing care given by team members based on patient needs and professional judgement. Collaborates with physicians and other health care professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. Participates in training to understand and perform patient care. (Oklahoma) Completes competency requirements satisfactorily. (Oklahoma) Completes training as required; seeks assistance and asks questions as needed to learn and understand role. (Oklahoma) As part of the SSM Health nursing department, I will demonstrate the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model. Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide his/her response to the current and evolving health and care needs of our patients and our patient populations. (Oklahoma) Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. (Oklahoma) Performs other duties as assigned. (Oklahoma)EDUCATION
Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensingFor Illinois:
an official passing score on NCLEX resultsEXPERIENCE
No experience requiredREQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location:
Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP)- American Heart Association (AHA) And FUTURE
- Registered Professional Nurse (RN) within 3 months of Official NCLEX Pass Date
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) And Official NCLEX Pass Letter
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location:
Missouri and Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP)- American Heart Association (AHA) And FUTURE
- Status of Fail on The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 3 months of graduation date
Pearson VUE State of Work Location:
Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP)- American Heart Association (AHA) And FUTURE
- Status of Fail on The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 3 months of graduation date
- Pearson VUE And WI Nursing Temporary Permit
State of Wisconsin Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America)Job Type:
Employee Department:
1304000113 Prog High- 3
N Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36 SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Click here to learn more.Benefits
- Dental Insurance