SSM Health·Saint Charles, Missouri
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.
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
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.
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.
Market context
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.