Clinical Nurse PRN

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is seeking a Clinical Nurse to care for a diverse patient population in a dedicated 38-bed GI/GU Surgical Unit. You will develop individualized care plans, assess physical and psychosocial needs, and educate patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care.

This role emphasizes promoting patient safety and quality care in a collaborative environment, with no prior experience required and 2+ years preferred for advanced roles.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree, RN license.
• No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred for advanced roles.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a high-acuity setting.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient education skills.
• Commitment to providing patient-centered care and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
• Assess physical and psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care.
• Promote patient safety and quality of care in a collaborative environment.

Skills

RN license

Nursing diploma/associate's degree

No prior experience required

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient education

High-acuity setting

Patient-centered care

Education

RN license

Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree

Job description

Join a dedicated 38-bed GI/GU Surgical Unit providing exceptional patient care in a nationally recognized program. As a Clinical Nurse, you'll care for a diverse patient population, including those with Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, colorectal and urology cancers, and post-surgical patients undergoing procedures like colon resections, TURP, cystectomy, and reconstructive surgeries. You will develop and implement individualized care plans, assess physical and psychosocial needs, and educate patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care. The role emphasizes promoting patient safety, quality care, and professional development in a collaborative environment.
Qualifications Include

• Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree, RN license
• No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred for advanced roles
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a high-acuity setting
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient education skills
• Commitment to providing patient-centered care and continuous learning.