RN / Medical

RN - Registered Nurse - All Inpatient UnitsLocation: Columbia, Missouri $20,000 Sign-on Bonus LIMITED TIME About the job:As an RN at MU Health Care, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients lives every day. Your strong organizational and leadership skills will be put to use as you assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions and develop patient care plans to ensure the best possible outcomes. As an RN, you will provide compassionate care to those in need and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. You will be surrounded by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals who share your commitment to excellence. This is an incredible opportunity to use your skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of others and to support our mission to save and improve lives.About Us:MU Health Care is a leading academic health system located in beautiful Columbia, Missouri. We are comprised of University Hospital (a Level I Trauma Center), Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, Womens Hospital, Childrens Hospital, Ellis Fischel Cancer Center, and Missouri Psychiatric Center, and over 50 clinics. At MU Health Care we value both personal and professional development which is why we have implemented a Nursing Clinical Ladder Program, a yearly incentive program that rewards bedside nurses for their dedication. We also provide Tuition assistance and nursing core courses to help nurses expand their careers into different units and roles as well as a Nursing Certification Award Program to help cover the costs of certification courses and testing.Hourly Wage: $29.85 - $48.27 base rate (final salary based on work experience)+$4/hour night shift differential+$3/hour weekend shift differential+$2/hour evening shift differential+$25/hour extra shift incentiveFor a limited time, sign-on bonuses of $20,000 will be available to a limited number of eligible candidates for this position on a first-come, first-serve basis. Bonuses will be paid after successful candidates complete all pre-employment verifications and start in their new roles. Employee Benefits:Health, Vision, and Dental on your first day40+ days off including Vacation, Personal Days, Sick Leave, and HolidaysMultiple retirement options including 100% matching up to 8%Employees are fully vested in 3-yearsTuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels, and more.Detailed Job Description:Assesses the patient's condition and nursing needs, sets goals, and prescribes appropriate nursing actions to meet those goals and the physical, psychological, social, and rehabilitative needs of the patient, including discharge planning.Assesses intervenes and reassesses the patient's self-report/symptoms of pain promptly. Utilizes an appropriate tool for assessment and reassessment (0-10 numerical scale, FACES, or the FLACC.)Demonstrates an understanding of medications with regard to action and side effects. Reports pertinent information to the appropriate individual. Educates patients and significant others about their medications.Demonstrates the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions in accomplishing goals and intended patient care outcomes. Maintain the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and assigned nursing unit.Participates in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups. Full understanding of the attendance and punctuality guidelines, and adherence to the dress code.Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e. physicians, head nurse, charge nurse, and/or nursing supervisor) and records those observations accurately and concisely.Provides quality care to patients and works with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction. May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.Equal Opportunity EmployerWe value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each persons success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research, and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn, and innovate.