New Graduate Nurse at Alton Memorial Hospital

BJC HealthCare (New); Alton (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking new graduate nurses to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to connect with a dedicated recruitment team that assists new graduates in navigating the application process for various nursing specialties. As a Graduate Nurse, you will provide direct patient care, develop care plans, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for patients. With a commitment to your professional growth, this position includes a generous sign-on bonus and access to comprehensive benefits. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding nursing career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

$12,500 Sign-On Bonus

BSN Differential

Tuition Assistance

Nurse Residency Programs

Comprehensive Medical Benefits

401(k) Plan with BJC Match

Paid Time Off

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program and eligible for licensure.
• Strong patient care and critical thinking skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care activities including assessment and evaluation.
• Educate patients and families on managing illness and home care.

Skills

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Assessment Skills

Collaboration

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's in Nursing

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

The BJC HealthCare New Graduate Nurse position is available for all student nurses - regardless of graduation date - and will connect students directly to our Graduate Nurse recruitment team, who is committed to helping new graduates navigate the Staff Nurse application process. Qualified students who apply to this position are eligible to receive career opportunities at Alton Memorial Hospital and across all BJC HealthCare hospitals and nursing specialties. These include:

BJC HealthCare Hospital:

1. Alton Memorial Hospital
2. Barnes-Jewish Hospital
3. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital
4. Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital
5. Christian Hospital
6. Memorial Hospital Belleville
7. Memorial Hospital Shiloh
8. Missouri Baptist Medical Center
9. Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital
10. Parkland Health Center
11. Progress West Hospital
12. St. Louis Children’s Hospital

Nursing Specialties at Alton Memorial:

1. General Medicine
2. Inpatient Surgical
3. Intermediate Care Unit
4. Critical Care
5. Emergency Services
6. Operating Room
7. Labor & Delivery

Available Benefits:

• $12,500 Sign-On Bonus
• BSN Differential
• Benefits Eligible
• Student-Loan Repayment Eligible at Select Hospital
• Tuition Assistance
• Nurse Residency Programs Available at Select Hospitals

Do you have questions about your options as a student nurse? Connect with our Campus + University Relations Team by emailing us at [e-mail].

Not sure if you're ready to apply but want to stay connected? Submit your contact information here.

Overview

Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more.

Role Purpose

The Graduate Nurse provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care after completing a nursing program and before licensure. Will be required to obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation from an accredited school of nursing to remain employed in a HSO in the state of Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration.
• Uses critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
• Develops and implements individual plans of care in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment.
• Evaluates patient's response and modifies plan of care accordingly throughout the patient's stay.
• Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.
• 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

• Nursing Diploma/Associate's - Nursing

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, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 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 www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*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