Trauma ICU RN — Critical Care Expert

SSM Health; Missouri; On-site; USD 85,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Upfront Tuition Coverage

Job summary

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the ICU, focusing on patient assessment, plan-of-care coordination, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams during hospital stays.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, medication administration, and patient and family education, with emphasis on timely discharge planning and adherence to infection control and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Performs comprehensive nursing assessment/reassessment.
• Accurately and completely documents findings.
• Provides patient education and discharge planning as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and documents education and discharge needs of patient and family on admission and throughout hospitalization.
• Collaborates with health team for coordination of daily plan of care.
• Administers and documents medications accurately according to policies and procedures.
• Monitors IV fluids and parenteral nutrition according to policies and procedures.
• Provides nursing care in line with patient needs and changes in status.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Documentation

Patient safety

Education

Licensed RN in Missouri

Job description

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the ICU, focusing on patient assessment, plan-of-care coordination, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams during hospital stays.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, medication administration, and patient and family education, with emphasis on timely discharge planning and adherence to infection control and safety protocols.