Graduate Nurse - Fall 2026 (September - December 2026)

Vetted Solutions; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

Vetted Solutions is seeking a new graduate RN entering their first RN role after licensure. You will provide direct patient care, assess needs, and help develop individualized care plans across hospital units.

This safety-sensitive position emphasizes education for patients and families, collaboration with care teams, and participation in nurse residency programs and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• Licensure within 90 days of graduation to maintain employment.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Preferred: Nursing degree from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, medications, and post-care needs.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional patient needs.
• Create and modify care plans collaboratively, promoting patient-centered care.
• Ensure patient safety, quality standards, and compliance.

Skills

Assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Nursing Diploma or ADN

License within 90 days

Job description

Role Overview

This position is for new graduate nurses entering their first RN role after completing their nursing program and obtaining licensure. The role involves providing direct patient care, assessing patient needs, developing and implementing individualized care plans, and evaluating patient responses. It emphasizes patient and family education, safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, requiring critical thinking and professional development. The position supports a diverse patient population and offers opportunities for nurse residency programs and career growth within multiple hospital units.

Qualifications & Skills

• Must have a Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• Obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation to maintain employment.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely and alertly in a healthcare environment.
• Preferred: Nursing degree from an accredited program.

Key Duties

• Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, medications, and post-care needs.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional patient needs.
• Create and modify care plans collaboratively, promoting patient-centered care.
• Ensure patient safety, quality standards, and compliance.
• Participate in professional development and safety-sensitive activities.

Benefits & Additional Information

Offers comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and other resources aimed at supporting well-being. Supports nurse residency programs and encourages ongoing education. This safety-sensitive role requires alertness and commitment to safety standards.

The organization values diversity, community service, and excellence in patient care, serving a broad and underserved patient population.