Clinical Nurse – Neonatal ICU

LiveWell Homecare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a dedicated pediatric nurse to provide direct patient care in a pediatric setting, including assessment, planning, and evaluation of care.

You will collaborate with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans, educate families, and promote safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. RN licensure and nursing diploma/ADN are required, with a preferred bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or ADN required; RN licensure essential.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred with 2+ years of experience.
• Supervisory experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a pediatric setting following nursing standards.
• Develop, implement and document individualized care plans with the health care team.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs; communicate with patients and families.
• Promote patient safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Compassionate patient engagement

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Effective communication

Education

RN licensure

Nursing Diploma/ ADN or Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

Provides direct patient care in a pediatric setting, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards.

Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post‑treatment care, and medication administration.

Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, ensuring effective communication across care settings.

Uses critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences, values, and cultural considerations.

Participates in activities to ensure patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and engages in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications include a Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree in Nursing, RN licensure, and preferred Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2 years of experience. Prior supervisory experience is not required.

Safety‑sensitive position requiring alertness and safe work practices.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Compassionate patient and family engagement
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Commitment to quality and safety standards

Join a highly ranked pediatric hospital committed to comprehensive care, professional growth, and excellence in nursing practice.