Clinical Nurse – Transitional Care Unit

LiveWell Homecare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement contributions

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in the United States is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Transitional Care Unit, delivering direct patient care and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, educate patients and families, develop care plans, and participate in safety and quality initiatives while advancing professionally.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or associate degree; bachelor’s preferred.
• Active RN license.
• No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within nursing standards.
• Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, post-treatment care, and medication.
• Develop, document, and communicate individualized care plans, ensuring smooth care transitions.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities, and engage in professional development.
• Use critical thinking to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree; Bachelor’s preferred

Job description

Role: Registered Nurse in the Transitional Care Unit, providing direct patient care and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within nursing standards.
• Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, post-treatment care, and medication.
• Develop, document, and communicate individualized care plans, ensuring smooth care transitions.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities, and engage in professional development.
• Use critical thinking to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Licenses: Active RN license.
• Experience: No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred for advanced roles.
• Skills: Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork abilities; safety-sensitive position requiring alertness.

Key Benefits: Competitive health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement contributions, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and more.

This role offers a valuable foundation for nurses aiming to specialize further, especially in emergency care, with opportunities for professional growth and impactful patient interactions.