University of Missouri Health Care

Registered Nurse (RN) - South Providence Urgent Care - Columbia, MO

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current RN license in Missouri or compact state
  • Strong commitment to patient care and advocacy
  • Experience in urgent care, acute care, or emergency settings preferred
  • Ability to perform assessments and triage effectively
  • Familiarity with critical care nursing standards

Responsibilities

  • Conduct initial patient assessments and triage
  • Monitor patient conditions and notify physicians of changes
  • Prepare patients and equipment for medical procedures
  • Deliver nursing care in alignment with established standards
  • Assist physicians during procedures and interventions
  • Administer medications and initiate IV therapy as needed
  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans and care

Benefits

  • Health, vision, and dental insurance from day one
  • Generous paid leave and holidays
  • Retirement plans with 100% matching up to 8%
  • Tuition assistance for employees and family members
  • Discounts on various services including cell phone plans and gyms
Full Job Description
Shift: Three 12-hour shifts per week. Clinic is open 7 days per week, 8:00 am - 7:30 pm.
Department: South Providence Urgent Care - Columbia, MO
Compensation:

  • Base Pay Range: $32.82 - $48.27 per hour, based on experience


  • Shift Differentials: $3.00 per hour for weekends


ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is seeking a compassionate RN to join our Urgent Care team. In this role, you'll provide essential nursing services in a 7-day, 12-hour shift environment. We're looking for a candidate with a strong commitment to patient care, adept at assessing conditions, prioritizing needs, and prescribing effective nursing actions. As a valued member of our Urgent Care team, you'll play a crucial role in patient assessments, triage, and collaborative procedures with physicians. Your dedication to advocacy, patient education, and participation in life-saving measures will contribute significantly to the care continuum. If you're ready to make a positive impact on patient lives in a supportive healthcare environment, we invite you to apply and join MU Health Care.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

  • Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one


  • Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays


  • Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years


  • Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)


  • Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more


See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Initial assessment and triage of patients who present to Mizzou Urgent Care.

Monitor physiological conditions of patients and give timely notification to

physician regarding changes in patient status.

Prepare patients and equipment/supplies for procedures.

Provide nursing care to patients according to departmental and critical care

nursing standards.

Assists physician during procedures.

Administer intravenous and oral medications to patients. Initiates intravenous therapy as indicated, utilizing aseptic technique with appropriate IV catheter and fluid. Ensures that medication is labeled appropriately.

Advocate for the patient at all stages of the care continuum.

Educate patients and families about the patient's illness, their care, and

treatment plan.

Participate in life-saving measures and aid in transfer of patients via EMS.

May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Missouri 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of nursing experience in acute care, urgent care, or emergency room setting.

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The 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. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

About University of Missouri Health Care

The University of Missouri Health Care is a healthcare system affiliated with the University of Missouri. The system includes several hospitals and clinics, as well as a medical school and research facilities. The system is based in Columbia, Missouri, and serves patients throughout the state. The University of Missouri Health Care is known for its expertise in a variety of medical specialties, including cancer care, cardiology, and neurology. The system is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and to advancing medical knowledge through research and education. The University of Missouri Health Care has been recognized for its excellence in healthcare and has been ranked among the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
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