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City/State: Saint Louis, Missouri
nCategories: Nursing Services
nJob Status: PRN
nReq ID :
nPay Range: $32.00 - $48.28 / hour (Salary or hourly rate is based on job qualifications and relevant work experience)
nAdditional Information About the Role
nClinical Nurse - 6900 GI/GU Surgery
nJoin our 38-bed GI/GU Surgical Unit dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient. As a nurse on 6900, you'll work alongside some of the most innovative surgeons in the region and be part of a nationally recognized program. BJC's Gastroenterology & GI Surgery is ranked #20 by U.S. News & World Report.
nOur team cares for a diverse patient population ranging from teenagers to adults over 90 years old and is a leader in Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) care.
nWhat You'll Care For
nnnCrohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticulitis
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nnRectal and Colon Cancer
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nnSmall Bowel Obstruction and Ileus
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nnProstate, Kidney, and Bladder Cancer
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nnColon Resections, with and without ostomy creation
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nnTURP and TURBT procedures
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nnCystectomy, Neobladder, and Ileal Conduit surgeries
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nnReconstructive surgery and wound care
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n nMany of our patients are high-acuity and have multiple co-morbidities, making 6900 an excellent place to expand your clinical knowledge, strengthen critical thinking skills, and grow your surgical nursing expertise.
nIf you're looking for a challenging, collaborative environment where you can make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes, we encourage you to apply.
nOverview
nBarnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
nGI/GU Service is consistently ranked in the top 20 in the nation by U.S. News & World Reports. We care for a diverse population of patients needing colorectal and urology surgery. We are leaders in providing Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) care. Our surgeons are leading the way in refining surgical procedures and non-operative techniques, to reduce pain, complications, and to improve outcomes. We are a 38 bed surgical unit with a goal of providing excellent care to all of our patients. Our average nurse to patient ratio is 1:4. We offer a knowledgeable staff willing to assist you with your learning process during orientation and beyond, and a learning environment to help you grow in knowledge, skills, and confidence.
nPreferred Qualifications
nRole Purpose
nProvides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care.
nResponsibilities
nnnPromotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration.
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nnParticipates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.
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nnDevelops, implements, and documents individual plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional team and patient, family or caregiver in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Proactively plans and ensures communication of the plan of care across the continuum of care.
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nnUses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs according to standards of care. Assess patient preferences and barriers to involvement in care, including their values, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and population-specific needs.
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nnBJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.
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n nMinimum Requirements
nEducation
nnNursing Diploma/Associate's - Nursing
n nExperience
nnNo Experience
n nSupervisor Experience
nnNo Experience
n nLicenses & Certifications
nnRN
n nPreferred Requirements
nEducation
nnBachelor's Degree - Nursing
n nExperience
nnnBenefits and Legal Statement
nBJC Total Rewards
nAt BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
nnnComprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
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nnDisability insurance* paid for by BJC
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nnAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
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nn401(k) plan with BJC match
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nnTuition Assistance available on first day
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nnBJC Institute for Learning and Development
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nnHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
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nnPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
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nnAdoption assistance
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n nTo learn more, go to our Benefits Summary ( .
n*Not all benefits apply to all jobs
nThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
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