Registered Nurse - Stepdown / Critical Care
Provides direct nursing care in settings where patients require complex assessments and intervention, in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. St. Joseph Hospital - LSL is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.
Posted Sep 8 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Day shift Day Shift (United States of America)24 hours a week
- Unit and setting
- ICU · Hospital patients who require complex assessments and intervention
- License
- RN license Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationRegistered Nurse licence, Missouri
- Term
- Per Diem
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed No experience required
- License
- Registered Nurse licence, Missouri Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Check your license
- License
- Registered Nurse licence issued by a compact state Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Check your license
- Certification
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (AHA) Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Certification
- Advanced Life Support (AHA) option Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Certification
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENA) option Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
- Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (AAP) option Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP)
- Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA) option Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Certification
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (ENA) option Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
- Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Essentials (AAP) option Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Essentials - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Education
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing
- Also asks
- Constant standing and walking Constant standing and walking.
- Also asks
- Occasional lifting and moving of patients Occasional lifting/moving of patients.
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
- Tuition assistance
- Offered
Benefits
- BenefitsOne week paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated by FTE)we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
- BenefitsInstant access to earned, unpaid base pay via DailyPay (fees may apply)our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
- BenefitsUpfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Fundedwe provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
- Omitted
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible Payment Options (DailyPay)
More benefits (1)
- Upfront Tuition Coverage (FlexPath Funded)
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- Gathers comprehensive patient data from the patient, family and other providers Obtains comprehensive data pertinent to the patient from the patient, family other healthcare providers to develop a holistic picture of the patient’s needs or condition.
- Day to day
- Develops a care plan with strategies and alternatives to reach outcomes Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain outcomes, using clinical judgement in collaboration with patient, family and interprofessional care team.
- Day to day
- Implements the plan to promote and maintain a safe environment Implements the plan, employing strategies to promote and maintain a safe environment, coordinates implementation with patient, family and interprofessional team.
- Day to day
- Evaluates progress toward goals and outcomes Evaluates processes and progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes.
- Day to day
- Applies evidence-based practice to critical care nursing
- Day to day
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
ICU / Critical Care has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
Original listing
Posted on St. Joseph Hospital - LSL’s careers page.
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It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis Worker Type: PRN2 Job
Summary
Provides direct nursing care in settings where patients require complex assessments and intervention, in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. Job Responsibilities and
Requirements
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Obtains comprehensive data pertinent to the patient from the patient, family other healthcare providers to develop a holistic picture of the patient’s needs or condition. Analyzes and synthesizes data from the assessment in determining diagnosis or conditions relevant to care. Identifies optimal outcomes for the patient in collaboration with the patient, family and interprofessional team.
Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain outcomes, using clinical judgement in collaboration with patient, family and interprofessional care team. Implements the plan, employing strategies to promote and maintain a safe environment, coordinates implementation with patient, family and interprofessional team. Evaluates processes and progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes.
Contributes to the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, evaluates their own practice, and maintains current knowledge and competence. Communicates effectively in all areas of practice, collaborates with patient, family and interprofessional team. Uses clinical inquiry and integrates best evidence into practice.
Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to critical care nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS State of Work Location: Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) And Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP) Or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Essentials - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) State of Work Location: Missouri Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Or Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State And Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP) Or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Essentials - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) State of Work Location: Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State And Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) And Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP) Or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Essentials - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) State of Work Location: Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State Or Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services And Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP) Or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Essentials - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 1300000023 ICU Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
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. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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What's around it?
Saint Charles, MO
Living costs about 9% below the US average