Trauma Surgical ICU Clinical Nurse

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ICU is a 36-bed unit providing excellent care for critically ill patients post-surgery, from the emergency department, or other care divisions. Intensivists, specialized physicians in critical care, coordinate the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient care in the ICU. Surgeons collaborate with intensivists to monitor patient care.

Night Shift

Full Time, Rotating Weekend

ICU Experience

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is Missouri's largest hospital and ranks among the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Its staff includes full-time faculty and community physicians from Washington University School of Medicine, supported by residents, interns, and fellows. Recognized for nursing excellence, it was the first adult hospital in Missouri certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The Surgical/Burn/Trauma ICU is a 36-bed unit focusing on trauma, burn victims, organ transplants, and complex surgeries. Responsibilities include assisting with invasive procedures, monitoring, and developing evidence-based protocols to optimize patient outcomes.

Role Purpose

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

Responsibilities

• Promote patient and family-centered care, educate on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration.
• Participate in activities promoting patient safety, quality, and compliance. Engage in professional development.
• Develop, implement, and document care plans collaboratively with the team, patients, and families, ensuring effective communication across care continuum.
• Assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences and barriers to involvement.
• This is a safety-sensitive position; the ability to work alertly and safely is essential.

Education

• Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing

Experience

• No experience required

Licenses & Certifications

• RN license

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Experience

• Less than 2 years

BJC Total Rewards

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, legal services, disability insurance, pension and 403(b) plans, tuition assistance, and more, effective from the first day of employment. For details, visit  Not all benefits apply to all roles. This description provides a general overview and is not exhaustive. BJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.