Clinical Nurse – Neurosciences

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

Benefits offered by this job

Career ladder with advancement

Safety-first work environment

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a registered nurse for direct patient care in a pediatric hospital setting. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with the healthcare team.

Requires Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree in nursing and an active RN license; a Bachelor's in Nursing with 2+ years in pediatrics or neuroscience is preferred. This safety-sensitive role emphasizes patient safety and professional growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum nursing diploma or associate's degree in nursing.
• Current RN license is required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred with at least 2 years of experience.
• Prior experience in neuroscience or pediatrics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient- and family-centered care and educate families on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration.
• Participate in activities that enhance patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Use nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and culture.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following safety protocols.

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

RN license

Pediatric nursing

Neuroscience experience

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care within a pediatric hospital setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote patient and family-centered care, educating families on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration.
• Participate in activities that enhance patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, ensuring effective communication across the continuum of care.
• Use critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and cultural considerations.
• Maintain a safe work environment by working alertly and adhering to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree in Nursing.
• Current RN license.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with at least 2 years of experience.
• Prior experience in Neurosciences or Pediatrics is advantageous.

Additional Information

• Opportunities for professional growth through a career ladder that encourages advancement and rewards increased responsibility.
• This role is safety-sensitive and requires alertness and adherence to safety standards.

Overall, the role focuses on delivering high-quality pediatric nursing care, fostering professional development, and ensuring patient safety within a collaborative healthcare environment.