Vascular Surgery PCU - Clinical RN (Part-Time)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN to join their fast-paced Cardiovascular Surgery unit. In this role, you will provide critical patient care, utilizing your expertise to assess and manage complex conditions. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth, including a unique career ladder for advancement. You will be part of a renowned team recognized for excellence in nursing care, making a real difference in patients' lives. If you are passionate about nursing and ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance Available

401k/Pension Plan

12 Hour Shifts/Flexible Scheduling

Up to a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Student Loan Forgiveness

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Provides direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Utilizes critical thinking and clinical expertise to assess patient status.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient and family-centered care in a healing environment.
• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Patient Care

Assessment Skills

Communication

Education

Nursing Diploma

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Our nursing staff provides pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing interventions for peripheral vascular disease. Surgical services include endoluminal and open repair of thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms, thoracic outlet decompression, carotid artery angioplasty and stenting, carotid endarterectomies, dialysis access (fistulas and grafts), catheter-directed thrombolysis, and various bypasses and stents for aorto-iliac and lower extremity occlusive disease.

Additional benefits include:

• Relocation Assistance Available
• 401k/Pension Plan
• 12 Hour Shifts/Flexible Scheduling
• Benefits eligible/exempt status
• Up to a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus
• $5/hr Barnes-Jewish Hospital Med/Surg Nurse Differential
• Eligible hires will receive a one-time deposit of 36 hours of PTO, 90 days after start date
• Student Loan Forgiveness

RN Career Ladder:

• The BJC Registered Nurse Career Ladder distinguishes BJC as a leading employer for nurses in the greater St. Louis area.
• This program empowers nurses to work at the top of their license and advance their careers.
• The ladder promotes professional development, leadership, collaboration, education, and service excellence, providing opportunities for career progression.
• Advancement to higher ladder levels results in a percentage increase in pay aligned with the new role.

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is Missouri's largest hospital and is ranked among the top hospitals nationally by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's staff includes full-time academic faculty and community physicians affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine, supported by residents, interns, fellows, and other medical professionals. Recognized for excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to earn Magnet status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Division 7500/75PCU is a fast-paced Cardiovascular Surgery unit with 25 beds, including step-down and PCU beds. We care for complex cardiovascular surgery patients, including those with aneurysms, thoracic outlet syndrome, carotid artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, arrhythmia surgery, coronary revascularization, valve repairs, and more. The Staff Nurse (RN) plays a vital role in patient care, utilizing critical thinking and clinical expertise to assess patient status. The RN is trained in critical care and certified in BLS, ACLS, arterial line monitoring, and pacer wires.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose: Provides direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, within established nursing standards.

Responsibilities:

• Promotes patient and family-centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and families on managing illness, post-treatment home care, and medication administration.
• Participates in activities promoting patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Engages in professional development.
• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans with clear goals, collaborating with the interprofessional team, patient, and family, ensuring effective communication across care continuum.
• Uses critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences, values, and cultural backgrounds.
• This position is safety-sensitive; the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safety is essential.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing

Experience: No experience required

Licenses & Certifications: RN license

Preferred Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Experience: Less than 2 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards: We offer comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, legal services, disability insurance, pension/403(b), 401(k) with match, tuition assistance, learning resources, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and adoption assistance. For more details, visit www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits. Note that benefits vary by position. This description provides a general overview of the role and is not exhaustive. Equal Opportunity Employer.