Graduate Nurse Acute Care of the Elderly

SSM Health seeks a Graduate Nurse to join our Acute Care of the Elderly unit at Saint Louis University Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri. This is your opportunity to launch your nursing career in a supportive environment caring for older adults during critical phases of their recovery.

About the Role

As a graduate nurse in our Acute Care of the Elderly program, you will provide direct patient care to hospitalized seniors, working as part of an experienced nursing team committed to evidence-based practice and compassionate outcomes. You'll be positioned at the bedside during critical hours—7 a.m. to 7 p.m.—with rotating night shifts and weekend responsibilities every third week, giving you exposure to the full spectrum of acute care demands.

What You'll Do

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor vital signs, lab values, and clinical changes throughout your shift
• Administer medications safely, following all protocols and documentation standards
• Assist with wound care, hygiene, and activities of daily living, maintaining dignity and independence
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and case managers to coordinate individualized care plans
• Educate patients and families on post-hospital recovery, medication adherence, and self-care
• Maintain accurate, timely medical records and communicate handoffs to oncoming nursing staff
• Support patients in navigating the physical and emotional challenges of hospitalization

What We're Looking For

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program
• Eligibility to practice as a registered nurse
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Compassion for older adults and their unique healthcare needs
• Ability to manage multiple patients and priorities in a fast-paced hospital setting

About SSM Health

SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit healthcare system serving communities across Missouri, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin. We invest in our nurses' professional development and create pathways for long-term careers in healthcare. Saint Louis University Hospital is a major teaching facility with a legacy of excellence in acute and specialty care.

How to Apply

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