Clinical Nurse - PACU

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

8-12 weeks training

RN ladder advancement

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care, assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care within established standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, and collaboration with the healthcare team to develop personalized care plans.

The position requires strong critical thinking, ability to educate patients and families, and a commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• RN licensure is required.
• Minimum diploma or ADN; no experience required.
• Preferred BSN with 2+ years experience.

Responsibilities

• Promote healing environment through patient and family education on post-treatment care and medication administration.
• Participate in activities supporting patient safety, quality, and compliance, and engage in professional development.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans with clear goals, ensuring effective communication across care continuum.
• Assess and evaluate patient needs holistically, considering emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Patient education

Safety-oriented

Education

Nursing Diploma/ADN with RN licensure

BSN with 2+ years experience

Job description

Role Overview

This nursing position involves providing direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, and collaboration with the healthcare team to develop and communicate personalized care plans. Critical skills include evaluating physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs while respecting patient values and cultural considerations. The position requires working in a safety-sensitive environment with alertness and safety as priorities.

Role Overview

This nursing position involves providing direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, and collaboration with the healthcare team to develop and communicate personalized care plans. Critical skills include evaluating physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs while respecting patient values and cultural considerations. The position requires working in a safety-sensitive environment with alertness and safety as priorities.

Responsibilities

• Promote a healing environment through patient and family education on post-treatment care and medication administration.
• Participate in activities supporting patient safety, quality, and compliance, and engage in professional development.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans with clear goals, ensuring effective communication across care continuum.
• Assess and evaluate patient needs holistically, considering emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree with RN licensure; no prior experience required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and at least 2 years of experience.
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid RN license.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills.
• Ability to educate patients and families effectively.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Additional Information

• Orientation includes 8-12 weeks of full-time training.
• Opportunities for career advancement through a structured RN ladder, promoting professional growth and pay increases.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.