Vascular Surgery PCU - Clinical RN (Part-Time)

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in St. Louis is seeking a dedicated Staff Nurse (RN) to join their fast-paced Cardiovascular Surgery unit. This role involves providing comprehensive pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing various surgical interventions, utilizing critical thinking and clinical expertise to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive environment, the position offers opportunities for advancement through a structured career ladder. Join a team recognized for nursing excellence and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

401k/Pension Plan

Flexible Scheduling

Sign-on Bonus

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient and family-centered care in a healing environment.
• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans with clear goals.
• Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and compliance.

Skills

Patient Care

Critical Thinking

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Arterial Line Monitoring

Pacer Wires

Education

Nursing Diploma

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Our nursing staff provides pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing various 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, lower extremity, and upper extremity occlusive diseases.

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 an additional 36 hours of PTO, 90 days after their start date
• Student Loan Forgiveness

RN Career Ladder:

• The BJC Registered Nurse Career Ladder differentiates BJC as the place for nurses to work in the greater St. Louis area.
• This tool empowers nurses to work at the top of their license and own their careers.
• The ladder promotes professional development, leadership, collaboration, education, and service excellence, allowing staff to continue caring for patients while advancing their careers.
• 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 ranked among the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Its staff includes full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by residents, interns, fellows, and other medical professionals. Recognized for nursing excellence, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to earn Magnet Certification 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 such as those with aneurysms, thoracic outlet syndrome, carotid artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, arrhythmia surgery, and valve repairs. The Staff Nurse (RN) plays a vital role in patient care, using critical thinking and clinical expertise to assess patient status. The role requires certification in BLS, ACLS, ACUTE CARE, arterial line monitoring, and pacer wires.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within the standards of nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient and family-centered care in a healing environment, educating on illness management, post-treatment home care, and medication administration.
• Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and compliance, along with professional development.
• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans with clear goals, collaborating with the interprofessional team, patients, families, or caregivers, and ensuring communication across the continuum of care.
• Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences, values, and cultural considerations.
• This is a safety-sensitive position; the ability to work alertly and safely is essential.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing

Experience

• None 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 are committed to supporting your physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being through comprehensive benefits and resources.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services starting the first day after hire
• Disability insurance paid by BJC
• Pension and 403(b) plans funded by BJC
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Assistance from day one
• Access to BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Paid Time Off covering vacation, sick leave, holidays, and personal days
• Adoption assistance

For more information, visit www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*Not all benefits apply to all roles.

This description provides a general overview of the role and responsibilities but is not exhaustive. BJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.