Acute Medicine Registered Nurse (PRN)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Shift differentials

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in the United States is seeking an RN to provide direct patient care in an acute care setting with training supplied. You will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to promote safety and quality.

You will benefit from a structured nurse career ladder with pay increases, comprehensive benefits, shift differentials, and opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN with Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree; BSN preferred.
• 2+ years experience preferred for advanced roles.
• Strong communication, assessment and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document individualized care plans with clear goals.
• Educate patients and families on illness management, post-discharge care, and medications.
• Participate in safety, quality, and professional development activities.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs.

Skills

RN licensure

Critical thinking

Communication

Assessment

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

This position involves providing direct patient care in an acute care setting, focusing on Med Surg and Peritoneal Dialysis with training provided. The nurse will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, promoting patient and family-centered approaches, and ensuring safety and quality compliance. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team including case managers, social workers, and physicians is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and document individualized care plans with clear goals.
• Educate patients and families on illness management, post-discharge care, and medication administration.
• Participate in safety, quality, and professional development activities.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs, considering patient preferences and barriers.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Licensed RN with a Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Experience not required, but 2+ years is preferred for advanced roles.
• Ability to work safely and maintain alertness is essential.
• Strong communication, assessment, and critical thinking skills.
• Opportunities for career advancement via a structured nurse career ladder that offers pay increases and professional growth.
• Supportive work environment with Tech Support and interdisciplinary team.
• Competitive pay, shift differentials, and comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, tuition assistance, and paid time off.