Clinical Nurse – Med Surg

LiveWell Homecare Agency; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Missouri seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in a 16-bed Medical, Med Surg/Ortho unit, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in line with nursing standards. The RN will educate patients and families on illness management and post-treatment needs, and medication administration, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with the healthcare team, and ongoing

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans with the healthcare team and families.
• Assesses physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and cultural factors.
• Supports a safe environment and promotes service excellence through communication and teamwork.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a 16-bed Medical, Med Surg/Ortho unit, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment needs, and medication administration. Ensures patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while actively participating in professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Uses critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and cultural factors.
• Supports a safe environment and promotes service excellence through communication and teamwork.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid RN license required.
• Experience: No prior experience necessary; two years of experience and supervisor experience are preferred.
• Skills: Strong assessment, communication, and collaboration skills; ability to work safely and efficiently in a healthcare setting.

Additional Details

This position offers opportunities for career advancement through a structured nursing career ladder, which encourages professional growth, leadership, and increased compensation.

• Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and other resources to support well-being and development.