Acute Care Nurse - Full-Time Nights

Live Well Homecare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in a 25-bed Acute Care Medicine unit. You will develop, implement, and document individualized care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care.

You will assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, educate patients and families on illness management and post-discharge care, and participate in ongoing professional development and safety activities in a

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or ADN required.
• RN license required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred; 2+ years experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient- and family-centered care, ensuring safety and quality compliance.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.
• Develop and communicate comprehensive care plans, coordinating across care teams.
• Participate in professional development and safety activities.
• Provide education on illness management, medication, and post-discharge care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing Diploma or ADN

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care in a 25-bed Acute Care Medicine unit, managing a range of clinical issues such as blood dyscrasias, endocrine disorders, heart and renal failure, infectious diseases, and respiratory conditions. The nurse will develop, implement, and document individualized care plans, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and educate patients and families on illness management and post-treatment care.

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care in a 25-bed Acute Care Medicine unit, managing a range of clinical issues such as blood dyscrasias, endocrine disorders, heart and renal failure, infectious diseases, and respiratory conditions. The nurse will develop, implement, and document individualized care plans, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and educate patients and families on illness management and post-treatment care.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient- and family-centered care, ensuring safety and quality compliance
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations
• Develop and communicate comprehensive care plans, coordinating across care teams
• Participate in professional development and safety activities
• Provide education on illness management, medication, and post-discharge care

Qualifications & Skills

• Required: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree, RN license
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and 2+ years of experience
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment

Additional Information

• Offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off
• Participates in a career ladder promoting professional growth, leadership, and increased compensation
• Supports a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care in a top-ranked hospital setting