New Graduate Nurse
MEP Health · Belleville, IL · Today
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
The New Graduate Nurse position is designed for student nurses ready to transition into professional care roles. It offers direct patient care responsibilities, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards.
Responsibilities
- Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, post-treatment care, and medication administration.
- Use critical thinking to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional patient needs.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans collaboratively with healthcare team members.
- Evaluate patient responses and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Participate in activities promoting patient safety, quality, and compliance.
- Engage in ongoing professional development.
Qualifications
- Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
- Ability to obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation.
- Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
- Commitment to safety and patient-centered care.
Additional Information
The role is safety-sensitive, requiring alertness and safe work practices.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Retirement contributions.
- Tuition assistance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Paid time off.
Clinical Experience
The position supports new graduates in gaining clinical experience across various specialties including critical care, emergency, labor & delivery, cardiac, surgical, orthopedics, and operating rooms, among others.