Graduate Nurse

It's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint LouisWorker Type:RegularJob Highlights:Sign-on Bonus: Up to $7,500 for eligible positions. (paid on the first paycheck) Department: Medical Surgical, Telemetry, Step Down ICU, ICU, Emergency Department Schedule Options: Full Time Days & Nights Available (every third weekend requirement); Part Time, Ministry Float, Weekend Option & Flexible PRN Options 1, 2, 3 available Schedule Time Options: 7a - 7p, 7p-7a, Variable Salary: Starting rate $30.96Benefits: Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to:Getting paid every day!Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per yearPaid maternity & paternity coverageAdoption assistanceVarious competitive health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer matching plansLong & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP) *Please note, benefits and eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply.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 RESPONSIBILITIESUnder 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)EDUCATIONGraduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensingFor Illinois: an official passing score on NCLEX resultsEXPERIENCENo 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 6 months - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)     Or         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: Missouri     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)     And                 Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State?within 6 months                 Or                 FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) within 6 months - Missouri Division of Professional Registration         Or         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: Oklahoma     Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)     And                 Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State?within 6 months                 Or                 FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) within 6 months - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)         Or         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                 Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State within 6 months                 Or                 FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) within 6 months - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services         Or                 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:EmployeeDepartment:8451000023 Nursing AdministrationScheduled Weekly Hours:36SSM 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. Click here to learn more. Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.  Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).  Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.