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Acute Medicine Registered Nurse (FT Days)

Barnes-Jewish Hospital

St Louis, Missouri

$32/hr

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RNNew grads welcomed

Posted Aug 29, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 30, 2026

What this means for you

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is a trauma center — high acuity, high tempo, and skills that compound fast. It's a day shift — the busiest hours, the fullest crew, and your evenings back. Twelve-hour shifts compress the week — three days on, four days yours.

What the listing says

Base pay
$32/hr
Shift
Days · 12-hour
Weekends, holidays, call
Every third weekend rotation
Patient load & staffing
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5 (stated in this posting) Barnes-Jewish Hospital is a teaching hospital staffed by more than 1,500 Washington University Physicians
Facility
Magnet designated · Academic medical center

About this role

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Unit Description Additional Information About the Role Unit 5500 Acute Care Medicine at Barnes-Jewish Hospital (South Campus) 25-Bed Unit POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Full Time Days (7am-7pm) 12-Hour Shifts 4/5:1 Ratio Every third weekend rotation BSN Differential Benefits Include Sign-On Bonus Eligible (External applicants) Comprehensive Benefits - Effective first of month following start date CAREER LADDER The BJC Registered Nurse Career Ladder differentiates BJC as the place for nurses to work in the greater St. Louis area. This is a tool to empower nurses to work at the top of their license and own their career progression. The BJC RN Career Ladder promotes professional development, leadership, collaboration, education and service excellence and gives staff the opportunity to continue doing what they do best - caring for patients - while having the opportunity to advance to the next step in their career. Moves to higher ladder levels will result in a percentage increase of current pay that aligns with the new job description. Overview Barnes-Jewish Hospital is the St. Louis region's top adult hospital. Formed from the merger of the former Barnes and Jewish Hospitals to become Missouri's largest hospital, it continues the traditions of its predecessors along with its partner, Washington University School of Medicine, in providing cutting-edge treatments, educating future medical professionals and working to make our community as healthy as it can be. For over two decades Barnes-Jewish Hospital has been ranked on the U. S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Honor Roll. In 2022, Barnes-Jewish ranked 11th in the U. S., with 11 specialties being ranked nationally. The hospital was also the first hospital in Missouri to be designated as a Magnet hospital in 2003 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center for excellence in nursing and has been re-designated consistently since. Barnes-Jewish Hospital is a teaching hospital staffed by more than 1,500 Washington University Physicians, the clinical practice for the Washington University School of Medicine. The academic medicine partnership has developed many treatments and procedures that are now common across the globe. We continue to combine science and medicine to tackle some of the toughest diseases while educating future physicians. Barnes-Jewish Hospital is also a safety net hospital for the city of St. Louis when it comes to caring for the under-served and under-insured. For many in our community, the hospital is the only medical care to which they have access, and they are cared for by some of the country's best doctors and nurses. We also serve an incredibly diverse population, including caring for patients from around the world in over 100 different languages, and conducting a wide range of community health education programs in the St. Louis metropolitan area throughout the year. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose Provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care. Responsibilities Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration. Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development. Develops, implements, and documents individual plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional team and patient, family or caregiver in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Proactively plans and ensures communication of the plan of care across the continuum of care. Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs according to standards of care. Assess patient preferences and barriers to involvement in care, including their values, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and population-specific needs. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Education Nursing Diploma/Associate's Nursing Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications RN Preferred Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree Nursing Experience Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To Learn More, Go To Our Benefits Summary. Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

Skills for this role

Patient CareMedication Administration

Requirements

  • RN
  • Education

About the employer

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Trauma Center

You would step into Barnes-Jewish as a nurse on a Level 1 trauma campus serving the St. Louis region, with a new Plaza West Tower adding private heart-and-vascular, ICU, and surgical-recovery rooms. If you are finishing school in fall 2026,…

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What reviewers appreciate

  • New-grad residency with selectable units across many specialties
  • Posted new-grad hourly range $32.00–$48.28 plus BSN differential
  • Tuition assistance and student-loan repayment eligibility for new grads

What reviewers flag

  • Staffing shortages and heavy workloads reported as hurting work-life balance
  • Some departments described as toxic with poor interpersonal dynamics
  • Management quality inconsistent across units
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Living in St. Louis, MO

St. Louis blends Midwestern warmth with Mississippi River charm, anchored by the iconic Gateway Arch and sprawling Forest Park. The Central West End puts nurses near major medical campuses, while Soulard's historic market district adds weekend character. A relaxed pace and strong hospital network make it a welcoming relocation choice.

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State price level · Missouri
9% below the national average
State index 90.8 (100 = national)

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