RN Staff Nurse - Surgical Oncology Clinic

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Washington University in St. Louis RN jobs offer a competitive salary and exceptional employee benefits. Enjoy 20 vacation days & 10 paid holidays a year, a 7-10% matching 403(b), dependent tuition and so much more! This St. Louis RN role is a premier position for life work balance.

All of our RN positions at Washington University in St. Louis offer a unique opportunity to combine medical research with patient care. Most of our Registered Nurse jobs hold regular clinic hours — no nights or weekends — and all are within an environment characterized by innovation and excellence. Our Washington University clinics can be located in all St. Louis counties, Illinois and St. Louis City.

Our Staff Nurses provide direct care and education for patients receiving treatments, examinations, within a clinical specialty physician office/clinic.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating a plan of patient care.
• Provides patient care, which may include administering medication, performing procedures, and monitoring patient status in accordance with approved nursing practice.
• Provides appropriate counsel and education to patients/family regarding disease process and symptom management.
• Maintains medical records requiring appropriate and timely recording of patient information.
• Consults with members of the health care team, adjusting nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Assists the health care provider with examinations, procedures, prescription refills, and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Maintains required skills and competencies and participates in educational programs, staff meetings, and in services such as CPR as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of related medical experience.
• Working knowledge of general nursing theory and practice with the ability to recognize and interpret symptoms/conditions.
• Ability to function in new and emergent situations.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Missouri RN licensure in accordance with Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Grade

S25

Salary Range

$49,800.00 - $89,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. Women, minorities, protected veterans and the disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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