High-Risk Cardiology - Team Lead/Charge Nurse (Night Shift)

Barnes-Jewish Hospital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis is seeking a High-Risk Cardiology Nurse for a 32-bed unit treating cardiac illnesses. Responsibilities include facilitating care continuity, leading complex care plans, and ensuring patient safety. Candidates should have a Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree and 2 to 5 years of nursing experience with an RN license. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and supervisory experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits, flexible scheduling, and a 36-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–5 years of nursing experience.
• RN licensure required.
• Preferred: 5–10 years nursing experience and 1–2 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate identification and resolution of gaps in care.
• Lead development and implementation of complex care plans.
• Utilize evidence-based practices to drive practice change.
• Analyze and provide feedback on gaps in practice standards.
• Adjust care to improve patient experience and satisfaction.
• Maintain safety-sensitive work standards.

Skills

Advanced medication administration

Patient safety analysis

Interprofessional collaboration

Complex care plan development

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Overview

High‑Risk Cardiology nurse position in a 32‑bed unit covering cardiac illnesses. Provides advanced medication infusions, post‑cardiac procedure care, and collaborates closely with cardiology consults.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate identification and resolution of gaps in care from hospitalization, at discharge, and into ambulatory setting.
• Lead development and implementation of complex care plans with interprofessional team input.
• Utilize evidence‑based practices, participate in journal club, drive practice change, and disseminate knowledge.
• Analyze gaps in practice standards and provide feedback to improve patient safety.
• Adjust care to improve patient experience and satisfaction.
• Maintain safety‑sensitive work standards in a highly alert environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree.
• Experience: 2–5 years nursing experience.
• Licensure: RN.

Preferred Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Experience: 5–10 years nursing experience.
• Supervisor Experience: 1–2 years supervisory experience.

Benefits

Benefits eligible: comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance; disability insurance; 4% automatic retirement contribution; 401(k) with match; tuition assistance; flexible spending accounts; paid time off; adoption assistance. Relocation assistance and flexible scheduling with 3×12 hr shifts. 36 hours per week.

Additional Information

Position is safety‑sensitive; requires constant alertness.

Equal Opportunity Employer.