Graduate Nurse- Surgery

SSM Health

80d

About The Position

We are currently hiring Graduate Nurses in our Surgery Department! Being a nurse is more than a job, it’s a calling. That is why SSM Health wants to invest in your future. As a new graduate nurse hired with SSM Health, you will participate in the SSM Health Nurse Residency Program. This will allow you to connect and learn from other graduate nurses across the system as you work to enhance your confidence, knowledge, and practical skill. The residency program is designed to complement your education and support your continued professional growth. The nurse residency program classes consists of monthly four-hour virtual sessions held over a twelve-month period.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing.
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) or must obtain within 90 days.
• Status of Fail on The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 6 months of graduation date.
• NCLEX test date within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the RN Preceptor, performs delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing care activities for population served.
• Performs patient assessments including biophysical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, and age appropriate needs of the patients.
• Develops a realistic, comprehensive patient family education plan, using appropriate resources and methods of instruction.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation, including 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.
• Completes competency requirements satisfactorily.
• Completes training as required; seeks assistance and asks questions as needed to learn and understand role.
• Demonstrates the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model.
• Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide responses to the current and evolving health and care needs of patients.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable health insurance.
• 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).
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees