RN : CORE CHARGE, FULL TIME NIGHTS, INPATIENT REHAB UNIT, CAPITAL REGION MEDICAL CENTER

Shift : Nights, 3x12 hour shifts with rotation to weekends and holidays\nDepartment : In-Patient Rehab Unit, CRMC\nCompensation : \n\n

• Base Pay Range : $32.82 - $48.27 / hour, based on experience\n\n
• Special Pay : Additional $3.00 per hour\n\n
• Shift Differentials : Additional $4.00 for night shifts, $3.00 for weekend shifts\n\n
• Sign-On Bonus : $15,000.00\n\no Note : Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request.\n\nABOUT THE JOB\n\nMU Health Care is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team at our Capital Region Medical Center campus, where exceptional patient care is our top priority. We are seeking a proactive problem-solver with strong critical-thinking skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing healthcare environment. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who excels at clear, effective communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Your passion for patient advocacy and commitment to achieving optimal outcomes will shine as you deliver holistic care that meets the physical, psychological, and social needs of every individual.\n\nWe value individuals who are meticulous in assessing and reassessing patient conditions, who remain calm and focused during critical incidents, and who understand the importance of patient education to empower recovery and wellness. If you have a deep knowledge of medications, their actions, and their side effects, and if you thrive in coordinating complex care, we want you on our team. At MU Health Care, your leadership and decision-making skills will make a meaningful impact, ensuring safe staffing levels and smooth patient flow every shift. Join us to advance your career in an environment that values excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.\n\nABOUT MU HEALTH CARE\n\nAt MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. We believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.\n\nOur academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to multiple hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here, you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.\n\nLearn more about MU Health Care.\n\nLearn more about living in mid-Missouri.\n\nEMPLOYEE BENEFITS\n\n
• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one\n\n
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays\n\n
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years\n\n
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)\n\n
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more\n\n
• See a comprehensive list of benefits here.\n\nDETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION\n\nProvides clinical patient care within the scope of a Registered Nurse, including assessment of condition, goal setting, and nursing actions to meet the physical, psychological, social, and rehabilitative needs of the patient.\n\nAssesses, intervenes, and reassesses patient self-report and symptoms of pain promptly, utilizing an appropriate tool for assessment and reassessment.\n\nDemonstrates an understanding of medications regarding action and side effects.\n\nReport pertinent information to the appropriate individual.\n\nEducates patients and patients' chosen support person(s) about medications.\n\nDemonstrates the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions in accomplishing goals and intended patient care outcomes.\n\nMaintains the standards of nursing care and implements policies and procedures of MU Health Care and assigned nursing unit.\n\nReports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e. resident physician, ancillary support teams) and records those observations accurately and concisely.\n\nCoordinates daily staffing assignments based on patient acuity and unit needs.\n\nAdjusts staffing levels as necessary throughout the shift to maintain safe patient care standards.\n\nEnsures smooth patient flow and efficient bed management within the unit.\n\nCoordinates admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients as needed.\n\nResponds to clinical emergencies or critical incidents within the unit.\n\nCommunicates effectively with healthcare providers and other departments during emergencies.\n\nFacilitates effective communication between nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families.\n\nCollaborates with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care plans and achieve optimal patient outcomes. Provides clinical guidance and support to nursing staff, including performance feedback. Serves as a resource for nursing staff regarding clinical issues and patient care decisions.\n\nAddresses and resolves patient care concerns and complaints promptly, escalating to the clinical manager or Office of Patient Experience as appropriate.\n\nConducts assigned audits of patient charts and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.\n\nParticipates in quality improvement initiatives and unit-based quality improvement activities.\n\nAudits adherence to infection control protocols and patient safety guidelines. Participates in unit meetings, committees, and projects to contribute to unit goals and initiatives.\n\nParticipates in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups.\n\nFull understanding of the attendance and punctuality guidelines and the dress code.\n\nMay complete unit / department specific duties as outlined in department documents.\n\nREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\nMissouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.\n\nOne (1) year of acute care and / or operating room RN experience.\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\n[Additional license / certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\n\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs.\n\nThis role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity\n\nThe University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.