Acute Care Nurse - Full-Time Nights

Azza HealthCare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Missouri seeks a dedicated registered nurse to deliver direct patient care in an acute care setting, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards. The role emphasizes patient- and family-centered care, education on illness management, and promoting safety and quality compliance.

Nurses will develop, implement, and document individualized care plans collaboratively with the healthcare team, assessing physical,

Qualifications

• Required: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree, RN licensure, and no prior experience needed.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and at least two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Promote healing environments and educate patients/families on post-treatment care and medication management.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities, and engage in ongoing professional development.
• Assess and evaluate patient needs, develop care plans with clear goals, and communicate effectively across care teams.
• Work in a safety-sensitive role, maintaining alertness and safe practices at all times.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree

RN licensure

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care in an acute care setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, and promoting safety and quality compliance. Nurses will develop, implement, and document individualized care plans collaboratively with the healthcare team, assessing physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs while respecting patient values and cultural considerations.

Responsibilities

• Promote healing environments and educate patients/families on post-treatment care and medication management.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities, and engage in ongoing professional development.
• Assess and evaluate patient needs, develop care plans with clear goals, and communicate effectively across care teams.
• Work in a safety-sensitive role, maintaining alertness and safe practices at all times.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree, RN licensure, and no prior experience needed.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and at least two years of experience.

Key Attributes

• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a multidisciplinary environment.