Shift : Weeknights: three 12-hour shifts 1900 – 0730; Weekend days: three 12-hour shifts 0700 – 1930; Option for 30-hour positions as well.
Work Arrangement : On-Site
Department : Medical Specialties / Adult Medical
Facility : University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO
Compensation :
· Base Pay Range: $34.46 - $51.02 per hour, based on experience
· Shift Differentials: Additional $4.00 per hour for night shift, additional $3.00 per hour for weekend shift or additional $8.00 per hour for weekend program shift (if available)
· Choose Between Sign-On Bonus -OR- Retention Rewards
o Sign-On Bonus: $20,000
o Retention Rewards: Up to $15,000
§ Relocation Support: Additional $5,000 if moving from over 50 miles away
§ Retention Reward (Option 1): $2,000 per year for up to 5 years, totaling $10,000
§ Student Loan Repayment (Option 2): $2,000 per year toward student loans, up to 5 years, totaling $10,000
o Note : Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request.
ABOUT THE JOB
MU Health Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled nurse to join our Medical Specialties unit, where you will care for a diverse adult patient population experiencing a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions. In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care for patients with diagnoses such as pneumonia, sepsis, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, cellulitis, infectious diseases, altered mental status, and substance withdrawal. Your clinical assessment skills and ability to recognize subtle changes in patient condition will be essential in supporting timely interventions and positive patient outcomes. You will collaborate closely with physicians, care team members, and support services to develop and implement individualized plans of care. Strong prioritization, critical thinking, and time management skills will enable you to effectively manage the complex needs of multiple patients in a fast-paced environment. You will also play an important role in educating patients and families about disease management, treatment plans, and discharge needs, helping them navigate their healthcare journey with confidence. By embracing evidence-based practice and MU Health Care's commitment to excellence, you will help deliver safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care while continuing to grow your clinical expertise across a broad spectrum of medical conditions.
ABOUT MEDICAL SPECIALTIES
Medical Specialties is a 55-bed unit divided into east and west wings. We deliver exceptional medical and nursing care to a varied patient population, ranging from young adults (18+) to the elderly. Our unit primarily admits patients with acute episodes or chronic conditions that do not necessitate a more specialized unit. We treat a wide array of illnesses, including pneumonia, sepsis, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, cellulitis, infectious diseases, mental status changes, and substance withdrawal.
This unit is an excellent place to work, offering exposure to a broad spectrum of illnesses and a varied patient demographic. This environment will enhance your understanding of disease processes, help you master your time management skills, and strengthen your critical thinking abilities. Our positive learning atmosphere, coupled with a culture of teamwork, shared decision-making, communication, and trust, empowers us to provide outstanding patient care.
Join us and be part of a team that values continuous learning and professional growth!
ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE
MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a…