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Inpatient RN
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : El Mirage, AZ, 85335
Job Type : Part Time, Full Time
Date Posted : 23 December 2025
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Post Procedure Nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center, you will assess patient/family health problems and resources, take a leadership role in the development, implementation and outcome evaluation of a plan for nursing care. Provides professional nursing care and interventions to acutely ill adult patient populations. Position requires providing service to one or more age groups including young adults through geriatric patients in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates the ability to recognize and adapt to changes in patients condition (i.e. Lab, vitals, signs and test values) in a timely and clinically appropriate manner.
- Provides comprehensive, safe, and effective, evidence-based nursing care to achieve desired health outcomes for the patient.
- Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities balanced with the needs and comfort of the patient.
- Demonstrates accountability for own ethical behavior, and supports ethical practice by addressing and/or escalating issues.
- Serves as an advocate for patients needs by demonstrating holistic care practices.
Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.
Job Requirements
Minimum:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- AZ RN license or RN License from a Compact State
- American Heart Association BLS certification
- American Heart Association ACLS certification
Preferred:
- One year recent acute care experience
- One year PICC placement experience
Hello humankindness
Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.
We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.
U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.
St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies.
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Frequently asked questions
Catholic Health Initiatives offers inpatient RNs a unique environment enriched by St. Joseph's Hospital's reputation for quaternary care and trauma expertise. Nurses here engage with complex cases, benefiting from advanced clinical resources and a mission-driven culture centered on community and holistic care in El Mirage, AZ.
Inpatient RNs in El Mirage typically prioritize holding an Arizona RN license or a compact state license, along with BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association. These credentials align with local care standards and the acute care patient demands at facilities like St. Joseph's Hospital.
Yes, eligible full-time inpatient RNs at Catholic Health Initiatives can access an education benefit program offering up to $18,000 over five years for debt relief and student loan assistance, supporting their continuous professional development and financial wellness.
Inpatient RNs at St. Joseph's manage fluctuating patient vitals, coordinate complex care plans, and respond swiftly to clinical changes. The role demands adaptability, prioritization skills, and delivering evidence-based interventions to a diverse age group ranging from young adults to geriatric patients.
Phoenix's healthcare sector is robust, but the demand for experienced inpatient RNs remains high due to the region's growing population and specialized centers like St. Joseph's. Candidates with acute care expertise and certifications stand a strong chance amid moderate competition.
Inpatient RNs around El Mirage typically earn between $70,000 and $85,000 annually, slightly above Arizona's median for registered nurses, reflecting the advanced care setting and specialized services provided by institutions like Catholic Health Initiatives.
Catholic Health Initiatives values inpatient RNs skilled in acute care management, patient condition monitoring, ethical decision-making, and holistic advocacy. Experience with PICC line placements and familiarity with evidence-based nursing interventions enhance a nurse's effectiveness here.
St. Joseph's fosters a culture rooted in humankindness and mission-driven care, emphasizing ethical practice and patient dignity. This environment encourages inpatient RNs to engage deeply with community health values while navigating the demands of a nationally recognized trauma and quaternary care center.
Inpatient RNs often advance towards specialized clinical roles, nurse leadership, or educational positions. Catholic Health Initiatives supports growth through education benefits and exposure to complex case management at St. Joseph’s, facilitating upward mobility within Arizona's healthcare system.
Inpatient RNs collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, therapists, and social workers at St. Joseph’s. This integration ensures comprehensive care coordination, leveraging each nurse’s leadership in patient advocacy and clinical decision-making within a supportive hospital culture.