About the role#
This position is based in the 28-bed Minimally Invasive Progressive Care Unit. The unit provides care for post-operative and intermediate care patients, including those recovering from bariatric surgery, hernia repairs, and mastectomies. You will work under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse to provide direct patient care.
What you'll do#
- Implement direct patient care under the supervision of the nursing team.
- Assist nurses with patient and family education.
- Collect clinical data and report abnormal findings to the nurse.
- Instruct patients on how to prepare for tests and procedures.
- Document care activities using correct medical terminology.
- Act as a 1:1 patient safety sitter when necessary.
- Ensure the unit has the supplies and equipment needed for patient care.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited RN program.
- Completion of a foundational nursing skills course (such as fundamentals, foundations, or adult/peds health).
Location & details#
- Location: Saint Louis, Missouri.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About BJC HealthCare
BJC HealthCare operates as a nonprofit health care delivery organization. It serves patients across Missouri and Illinois. The system manages multiple hospitals focused on medical education and clinical care. It maintains a large workforce of over 10,000 employees and is based in St. Louis, Missouri.
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