Clinical Nurse PACU Interventional Radiology

LiveWell Homecare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Career ladder

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced PACU environment, addressing post-operative and critical care needs. You will educate patients and families, promote safety, and collaborate with an interprofessional team to develop individualized care plans.

The role emphasizes patient- and family-centered care, with opportunities for career advancement through an RN career ladder, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, tuition

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing (Bachelor’s preferred).
• Current RN license required.
• Experience in pre/post or critical care preferred, with at least 2 years for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop care plans aligned with standards of nursing care.
• Educate patients and families on post-treatment care and medication management.
• Participate in safety, quality, and compliance activities.
• Use critical thinking to evaluate patient conditions and preferences, considering emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors.
• Maintain communication across care teams and ensure safety-sensitive work practices.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Nursing diploma or ADN

RN license

Bachelor’s preferred

Job description

This nursing position involves providing direct patient care in a fast-paced PACU environment, managing interventional radiology cases, and caring for both post-operative and critically ill patients. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on post-treatment management, and collaboration with an interprofessional team to develop and implement individualized care plans. The nurse assesses physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, while promoting quality care and professional development.

Responsibilities include:

• Assessing patient needs and developing care plans aligned with standards of nursing care
• Educating patients and families on post-treatment care and medication management
• Participating in safety, quality, and compliance activities
• Using critical thinking to evaluate patient conditions and preferences, considering emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors
• Maintaining communication across care teams and ensuring safety-sensitive work practices

Qualifications and Skills:

• Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing (Bachelor’s preferred)
• Current RN license
• Experience in pre/post or critical care preferred, with at least 2 years of experience for advanced roles
• Strong assessment, communication, and collaboration skills

Additional Information:

• Opportunities for career advancement through a structured RN Career Ladder, with pay increases corresponding to higher levels
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off
• Work in an environment that fosters professional growth, leadership, and service excellence