Clinical Nurse: Med-Surg Care & Safe Discharges

BJC HealthCare; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BJC HealthCare is seeking a compassionate Clinical Nurse for our Medical-Surgical unit. In this role, you will deliver evidence-based care to diverse adult patients, performing assessments, administering medications, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and ensuring safe discharges.

You will document in the EHR, monitor patient conditions, and respond rapidly to changes. Collaborating closely with physicians and allied health professionals, you will support quality outcomes, patient education,

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Missouri
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong assessment and clinical skills

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor conditions.
• Administer medications safely and accurately per physician orders.
• Coordinate care with physicians and allied health professionals.
• Ensure safe patient discharges and effective transition planning.
• Document care and progress clearly in the EHR.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient status and escalate as needed.
• Support quality outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide patient education and involve families in care decisions.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN license

CPR/BLS certified

Job description

BJC HealthCare is seeking a compassionate Clinical Nurse for our Medical-Surgical unit. In this role, you will deliver evidence-based care to diverse adult patients, performing assessments, administering medications, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and ensuring safe discharges.

You will document in the EHR, monitor patient conditions, and respond rapidly to changes. Collaborating closely with physicians and allied health professionals, you will support quality outcomes, patient education,