Med Surg Trauma ICU Nurse

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Med Surg Trauma ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate, high-quality patient care and support recovery. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice and proactive communication within a skilled team.

Responsibilities include prioritizing patient care, advocating for holistic needs, and quickly adapting to patient condition changes using SBAR reporting and bedside handoffs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• AZ RN license or RN License from a Compact State.
• One year recent acute care experience.
• BLS certification; ACLS within 6 months of start.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, safe, evidence-based nursing care to achieve desired health outcomes.
• Organize and prioritize patient care activities balancing patient needs and comfort.
• Demonstrate accountability for ethical behavior and escalate issues as needed.
• Advocate for patients by delivering holistic care.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition using labs, vitals, and test values.
• Utilize SBAR to notify physicians and other providers and conduct bedside nurse-to-nurse reports.

Skills

AZ RN license

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Excellent communication

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Med Surg Trauma ICU Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a pivotal healthcare professional, delivering compassionate, high-quality care that truly impacts our patients' well-being and recovery.

• Provides comprehensive, safe, and effective, evidence-based nursing care to achieve desired health outcomes for the patient
• Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities balanced with the needs and comfort of the patient
• Demonstrates accountability for own ethical behavior, and supports ethical practice by addressing and/or escalating issues.
• Serves as an advocate for patients needs by demonstrating holistic care practices
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize and adapt to changes in patients condition (i.e. Lab, vitals, signs and test values) in a timely and clinically appropriate manner
• Utilizes SBAR format tool to notify physicians, and other providers of clinical findings, performs nurse-to-nurse report at the bedside

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• AZ RN license or RN License from a Compact State
• One year recent acute care experience
• American Heart Association
  • Basic Life Support certification
  • ACLS within 6 months of start or transfer
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic Computer Skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago.

Leaders In Specialized Care

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

Pay Range

$35.00 - $58.63 /hour