RN Staff Nurse I - Pediatrics Cardiology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 56,200 - 96,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days vacation

Competitive health insurance packages

Defined contribution retirement plan

Family tuition coverage

Job summary

A prominent university hospital in St. Louis seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care and education. The role includes working closely with patients for treatments, conducting assessments, and maintaining medical records. Candidates should have an associate degree in nursing and current licensure in Missouri and/or Illinois. The position offers a salary range of $56,200 to $96,100 and includes comprehensive benefits such as vacation, health plans, and caregiver leave for employees.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in Missouri and/or Illinois.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care in a medical office setting.
• Administers medications and monitors patient status.
• Counsels patients and families on disease processes.

Skills

Active Listening

Adaptability

Customer Empathy

Detail-Oriented

Effective Written Communication

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Emergency Situations

Epic EHR

Family Support

General Nursing

Handling Crisis Situations

Medication Administration

Nursing Practice

Oral Communications

Patient Charting

Patient Education

Prioritization

Team Collaboration

Vital Signs

Education

Associate degree – Nursing

Job description

Position Summary

Provides direct patient care and education for patients receiving treatments, examinations, surgeries, etc., in a medical office according to established procedures.

Scheduled Hours

40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Provides direct patient care, including administering medications, performing procedures, and monitoring patient status in accordance with approved nursing practice.
• Rooms pediatric cardiology patients in the outpatient clinic, including obtaining vital signs, reviewing history, preparing patients and families for provider evaluation, and assisting during visits as needed.
• Performs inpatient and outpatient EKGs when other staff are unavailable.
• Provides appropriate counseling and education to patients and families regarding disease processes, testing, and symptom management.
• Maintains accurate and timely medical records in accordance with documentation standards.
• Consults with members of the healthcare team and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Assists healthcare providers with examinations, procedures, prescription refills, and other activities related to direct patient care.
• Provides phone triage for urgent cardiac event monitoring-related calls for the Cardiac Testing Unit (Heart Station) at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, escalating clinical concerns per established protocols.
• Oversees the placement, tracking, troubleshooting, and distribution of cardiac monitors.
• Travels to satellite clinic locations a few times per month using employer‑supplied transportation to support patient care and clinic operations.
• Maintains required skills and competencies and participates in educational programs, staff meetings, and required certifications (e.g., CPR).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Job Location / Working Conditions: Normal office environment; exposure to blood‑borne pathogens; requires protective devices; patient care setting; direct patient care setting.
• Physical Effort: Typically sitting at desk or table; repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement; occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less).
• Equipment: Office equipment; clinical/diagnostic equipment.

Education

Associate degree – Nursing.

Licensing & Certifications

• Registered Nurse – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
• Registered Nurse – Missouri Division of Professional Registration.
• Basic Life Support – American Heart Association.
• Basic Life Support – American Red Cross.
• Required BLS certification (online BLS without a skills assessment component does not meet the requirement).

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, in accordance with the Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support certification (online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
• No specific work experience is required, though 1 year of related medical experience is preferred.
• Active Listening, Adaptability, Customer Empathy, Detail‑Oriented, Effective Written Communication, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Emergency Situations, Epic EHR, Family Support, General Nursing, Handling Crisis Situations, Medication Administration, Nursing Practice, Oral Communications, Patient Charting, Patient Education, Prioritization, Team Collaboration, Vital Signs.
• A driver's license is not required for this position.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $56,200.00 – $96,100.00 annually.
• Grade: S25.
• Personal: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time; competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance; free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees; defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with starting employee contribution of 7%.
• Wellness: Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians.
• Family: 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child; caretaker resources for ongoing childcare; tuition coverage for you and eligible family members (up to 100% at WashU, 40% elsewhere after seven years).

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.