Clinical Nurse - Transitional Care Unit

Provident Behavioral Health; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Provident Behavioral Health in Chesterfield, MO, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Transitional Care Unit in a PRN role. You will deliver direct patient care, perform assessments, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans while upholding safety and quality standards.

The position offers two twelve-hour shifts every six weeks, opportunities for clinical growth, and a supportive environment focused on teamwork, ongoing learning, and employee well-being

Qualifications

• Required: Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree and active RN license.
• Required: active RN license and safety-sensitive position.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within established nursing standards.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and communicate individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families on managing illnesses and promoting safety and quality compliance.
• Evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Role

Registered Nurse in the Transitional Care Unit

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and communicate individualized care plans, educate patients and families on managing illnesses, and promote safety and quality compliance. Use critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.

Qualifications & Skills

Required: Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree, active RN license, safety-sensitive position. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and two years of experience. No supervisory experience necessary.

Key Duties

• Care for patients with diverse and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in professional development and ensure communication across care teams.
• Support patient safety, quality initiatives, and regulatory standards.

Additional Information

This PRN role involves working two twelve-hour shifts every six weeks, offering opportunities for clinical growth and a foundation for specialty nursing careers, including potential progression to Emergency Department. The environment fosters teamwork, learning, and professional development, with comprehensive benefits and resources to support well-being.