Graduate Nurse Opportunities

SSM Health•Fenton, MO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health is seeking motivated Graduate Nurses to join their team through the SSM Health Nurse Residency Program. This program is designed to support new graduate nurses in enhancing their confidence, knowledge, and practical skills through a blend of virtual sessions and on-the-job training over a twelve-month period. The role involves providing age-appropriate care to patients with various medical conditions under the direction of a Registered Nurse, adhering to professional standards and ethical guidelines. Opportunities are available in Illinois, Missouri, and Oklahoma, with specific responsibilities varying slightly by state, particularly concerning tasks that must be performed by a licensed nurse in Oklahoma.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Eligible to practice as determined by State Board of Nursing
One year experience or less working as an RN
Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing
For Illinois: an official passing score on NCLEX results
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Registered Professional Nurse (RN) within 3 months of Official NCLEX Pass Date - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) (for Illinois)
Official NCLEX Pass Letter - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) (for Illinois)
Status of Fail on The National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses within 3 months of graduation date - Pearson VUE (for Missouri and Oklahoma)
WI Nursing Temporary Permit - State of Wisconsin (for Wisconsin)

Responsibilities

Performs delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing care activities for the population served. Delegated specialized tasks may include anything for which training was received in the approved nursing program.
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, 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 judgment.
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 his/her response to the current and evolving health and care needs of our patients and our patient populations.
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)
One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday through DailyPay (fees may apply).
Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.