Observation Unit RN — Fast-Paced Care with Growth

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BJC HealthCare in St. Louis seeks a Clinical Nurse for its Observation Unit to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced setting.

The nurse will perform ongoing assessments, monitor telemetry and vital signs, administer medications, and coordinate discharges or admissions while collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

This role emphasizes education for patients and families, precise documentation in the EHR, and participation in quality and safety initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Ongoing patient assessments and telemetry monitoring.
• Monitor telemetry and vital signs.
• Administer medications per physician orders.
• Coordinate timely discharges or admissions.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate patients and families about care plans.
• Document in the EHR and support quality and safety initiatives.

Job description

BJC HealthCare in St. Louis seeks a Clinical Nurse for its Observation Unit to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced setting.

The nurse will perform ongoing assessments, monitor telemetry and vital signs, administer medications, and coordinate discharges or admissions while collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

This role emphasizes education for patients and families, precise documentation in the EHR, and participation in quality and safety initiatives.