Clinical Nurse - Emergency Department

Live Well Homecare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Well-being resources

Job summary

Live Well Homecare seeks an RN to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced ED setting, including assessment, planning, and evaluation of nursing activities. Emphasizes patient- and family-centered care, safety, and regulatory compliance, with individualized care planning in collaboration with the healthcare team and families.

Role supports night shifts (three 12-hour shifts per schedule) with night differentials, offering health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, FSAs, PTO, and

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing.
• Current RN license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred with 2+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient needs across physical, emotional, and psychosocial domains.
• Educate patients and families on care management and post-discharge needs.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and professional development.
• Develop and communicate comprehensive care plans aligned with nursing standards.
• Maintain a safe environment and adhere to regulatory guidelines.

Skills

ED nursing experience

Leadership skills

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing

RN license

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Role Summary

Provides direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency department, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing activities. Promotes patient- and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment needs, and medication administration. Ensures safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while developing and documenting individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families. Uses critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and cultural considerations. Recognized as a safety-sensitive role requiring constant alertness.

Role Summary

Provides direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency department, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing activities. Promotes patient- and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment needs, and medication administration. Ensures safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while developing and documenting individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families. Uses critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and cultural considerations. Recognized as a safety-sensitive role requiring constant alertness.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing


• Licensure: Current RN license


• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and at least 2 years of experience


• Experience: ED nursing experience and leadership skills in a clinical setting are advantageous

Key Duties

• Assess and evaluate patient needs across physical, emotional, and psychosocial domains


• Educate patients and families on care management and post-discharge needs


• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and professional development activities


• Develop and communicate comprehensive care plans aligned with standards of nursing practice


• Maintain a safe environment and adhere to regulatory guidelines

Additional Information

The role offers night shifts, with three 12-hour shifts per schedule, and includes night differentials. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and other resources to support well-being. The position emphasizes collaboration, fast-paced decision-making, and serving a diverse patient population in a Level I Trauma Center environment.