Clinical Nurse – Phase I PACU

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

Career development resources

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks a registered nurse to provide direct patient care in a dynamic PACU setting. You will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions, and educate patients and families on post-treatment management.

Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans addressing physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Career advancement and competitive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree required; BSN preferred.
• No experience required; two years and supervisor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety, quality care, and regulatory compliance.
• Assess and evaluate patient needs, develop care plans, and communicate across the continuum of care.
• Work in a safety-sensitive environment, maintaining alertness and safe practices at all times.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Communication

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

This position involves providing direct patient care in a dynamic PACU environment, assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions within established standards. The nurse promotes patient and family-centered care, educates on post-treatment management, and collaborates with the healthcare team to develop and communicate individualized care plans. Critical thinking and assessment skills are essential to address physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and barriers.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure patient safety, quality care, and regulatory compliance.
• Assess and evaluate patient needs, develop care plans, and communicate effectively across the continuum of care.
• Work in a safety-sensitive environment, maintaining alertness and safe practices at all times.

Qualifications:

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Active RN license.
• Experience: No experience necessary; two years of experience and supervisor experience are preferred.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong critical thinking, assessment, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, complex environment involving surgical and ICU care.
• Commitment to professional growth and patient-centered care.

Additional Information:

The role offers opportunities for career advancement through a structured nursing ladder, professional development, and competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and other resources to support well-being and career growth.