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SSM Health

Graduate Nurse - Medical Surgical

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What they do

A Medical Surgery Registered Nurse cares for adult patients in a clinical setting within a surgery. Works on the surgical floor of a hospital, with supervision from a Surgeon as part of a surgery nursing team. Coordinates care for patients with a range of different medical issues.

$86,961 / year median in Missouri

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

  • It's more than a career, it's a calling
  • MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
  • Lake Saint Louis
  • Worker Type:
  • Regular
  • Job Highlights:
  • RN•Med Surg•SSM Health St.
Joseph Hospital
  • Lake St. Louis
  • Schedule:
  • Full time, Night shift 7pm-7:30am varying days (it is self-scheduling based on scheduling needs could be subject to change) with every 3rd weekend, holiday requirement, no on call requirement Join Our Team and make a difference every day while enjoying competitive pay, great benefits, and a supportive work environment.
We offer competitive, affordable health insurance and benefits designed to support you and your family
  • Fulfill your calling with SSM Health — apply today!
  • Sign on bonus available for eligible external candidates!
  • sign on bonuses are for external qualified candidates. Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available
  • 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 the
RN 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 licensing +
For Illinois:
an official passing score on NCLEX results
EXPERIENCE
+ No experience required
REQUIRED 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:
  • 1040000023 Med Surg
  • 4S •
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. (https://www.ssmhealth.com/privacy-notices-terms-of-use/non-discrimination?\_ga=2.205881493.704955970.1667719643-240470506.1667719643)

Benefits

  • Bonuses/Stipends
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance