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It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Wentzville Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Sign-on Bonus: Up to $7,500 for eligible positions. (paid on the first paycheck)   Department: Behavioral Health   Schedule Options: Full Time Days & Nights Available (every third weekend requirement)   Schedule Time Options: 7a-7p, 7p-7a, Variable   Salary: Starting rate $30.96 Benefits : Competitive, affordable health insurance including but not limited to: Getting paid every day! Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year Paid maternity & paternity coverage Adoption assistance Various competitive health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer matching plans Long & short-term disability Employee 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 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 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    Licenses / Certifications: Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA), Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA), FUTURE - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) within 90 days - American Heart Association (AHA), FUTURE - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Alabama Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Arizona State Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Arkansas State Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Colorado Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Delaware Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Florida Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Georgia Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Idaho Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Indiana State Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Kentucky Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Louisiana State Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Maine State Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Maryland Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Mississippi Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Missouri State Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Montana Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - Nebraska Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Board, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - New Hampshire Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - New Jersey Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - New Mexico Board of Nursing, FUTURE - Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State within 6 months - North Carolina Board of Nursing {+ 17 more} Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 8451000002 Nursing Administration Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. 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