Clinical Nurse - Transitional Care Unit

Azza HealthCare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Transitional Care Unit to deliver direct patient care in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities include assessing, planning, educating patients and families, and collaborating with physicians, therapists, case managers, and pharmacists to ensure quality and safety. The role emphasizes individualized care plans and cross-team communication.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience; no supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population with complex needs.
• Educate patients and families on care management and post-discharge instructions.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Develop, implement, and communicate individualized care plans.
• Assess physical and psychosocial needs, respecting patient values and barriers.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Role:

Registered Nurse in the Transitional Care Unit, providing direct patient care within a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities:

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care according to standards. Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, post-treatment needs, and medications. Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and pharmacists to ensure quality and safety. Develop individualized care plans, communicate effectively across teams, and address physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and patient preferences. Promote a healing environment and participate in professional development activities.

Qualifications & Skills:

Must possess an RN license and a Nursing Diploma or Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s degree preferred with at least 2 years of experience. No supervisory experience required. Ability to work alertly in safety-sensitive roles. Strong critical thinking, assessment, communication, and teamwork skills essential.

Key Duties

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population with complex needs.
• Educate patients and families on care management and post-discharge instructions.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Develop, implement, and communicate individualized care plans.
• Assess physical and psychosocial needs, respecting patient values and barriers.

Additional Info:

Opportunities for professional growth, clinical skill development, and stepping stone into specialty areas like the Emergency Department.

• Competitive benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and more.