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Registered Nurse - Stepdown/Critical Care

SSM Health·Saint Charles, Missouri

Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 15 days ago
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About the role

Provides direct nursing care to patients requiring complex assessments and interventions in a critical care setting. Collaborates with the interprofessional team to develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.

  • It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: RN Stepdown/Critical Care - SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles, MO Schedule: Full time, 7pm-7am varying days with every 3rd weekend, holiday requirement, no on call requirement. Join Our Team and make a difference every day while enjoying competitive pay, great benefits, and a supportive work environment. We offer competitive, affordable health insurance and benefits designed to support you and your family Fulfill your calling with SSM Health — apply today! Sign on bonus available for eligible external candidates! **sign on bonuses are for external qualified candidates. Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available*
  • Job Summary: Provides direct nursing care in settings where patients require complex assessments and intervention, in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Obtains comprehensive data pertinent to the patient from the patient, family other healthcare providers to develop a holistic picture of the patient’s needs or condition. Analyzes and synthesizes data from the assessment in determining diagnosis or conditions relevant to care. Identifies optimal outcomes for the patient in collaboration with the patient, family and interprofessional team. Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain outcomes, using clinical judgement in collaboration with patient, family and interprofessional care team. Implements the plan, employing strategies to promote and maintain a safe environment, coordinates implementation with patient, family and interprofessional team. Evaluates processes and progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes. Contributes to the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, evaluates their own practice, and maintains current knowledge and competence. Communicates effectively in all areas of practice, collaborates with patient, family and interprofessional team. Uses clinical inquiry and integrates best evidence into practice. Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to critical care nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing EXPERIENCE No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication.

Constant standing and walking.

Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.

Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry.

Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.

Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors.

Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.

Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.

Occasional lifting/moving of patients.

Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.

Occasional driving.

Rare crawling and running.

Required professional license and/Or certifications

State of Work Location

  • Missouri Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Or Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State And Advanced Life Support (ALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy Pediatrics (AAP) Or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) Or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Essentials -
  • American
  • Academy of
  • Pediatrics (AAP)
  • Work
  • Shift:
  • Night
  • Shift (United
  • States of
  • America)
  • Job
  • Type:
  • Employee
  • Department: 1300000002
  • ICU - 2D
  • Scheduled
  • Weekly
  • Hours: 24

Benefits

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.

Requirements

Requires a graduate degree from an accredited school of nursing and a valid Registered Nurse license in Missouri or a compact state. Must hold BLS certification and at least one advanced certification such as ALS, PALS, or TNCC.

  • professional certificate
  • Basic Life Support
  • Nursing
  • Clinical judgment
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Patient care coordination
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Patient assessment
  • Critical care
  • Nursing documentation

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Saint Charles, Missouri
Posted
Jul 13, 2026
Application
Employer website
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SSM Health

SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit, fully integrated health system dedicated to advancing innovative, sustainable, and compassionate care for patients and communities throughout the Midwest and beyond. The organization’s 40,000 team members and 13,900 providers are...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Missouri stepdown and critical care RN demand

Missouri stepdown and critical care RN roles are often competitive because hospitals need nurses who can manage closely monitored patients, respond to changing conditions, and work well with interdisciplinary teams. This posting requires graduation from an accredited nursing school and relevant certifications, with no prior experience needed. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and tailor your application to inpatient acute-care experience or clinical rotations.

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