Burn Unit Registered Nurse

Aura Health; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in Springfield, MO is seeking an RN or GN to join a 7H Burn Unit, delivering specialized care in a high-acuity environment. You will perform assessments, administer medications, and manage complex dressings; collaborate with the care team; educate patients and families; and document care in the EHR while participating in quality and safety initiatives.

The role offers opportunities for ongoing education, clinical mentorship, and professional growth within a diverse and compassionate

Qualifications

• Current RN or GN licensure is required.
• Burn or critical care experience preferred.
• Strong assessment, clinical, and communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity team.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, administer meds, and perform complex burn dressings.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage pain and infection.
• Educate patients and families on care plans.
• Document care and interventions in the EHR.
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives.

Skills

Assessment skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork in high-acuity setting

Education

RN or GN licensure

Job description

Role:

RN or GN in a 7H Burn Unit, providing specialized care in a high-acuity environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and execute complex dressing changes for burn and critical wound patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage pain, prevent infection, and support patient recovery.
• Educate patients and families on care plans and recovery processes.
• Document care and interventions accurately in the EHR.
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current RN or GN licensure.
• Experience or knowledge in burn or critical care is preferred.
• Strong assessment, clinical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and adapt to a high-acuity setting.

Additional Information:

• Opportunity for ongoing education, clinical mentorship, and professional growth within a diverse and compassionate healthcare environment.