CVICU Nurse – Nights

LiveWell Homecare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Well-being resources

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Missouri seeks a registered nurse to deliver direct patient care in a critical care setting, focusing on assessment, planning, and evaluation. You will develop individualized care plans, collaborate with the healthcare team, and address physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs while prioritizing patient and family education, safety, and quality.

This role includes opportunities for career advancement through a structured Nurse Career Ladder and a benefits package

Qualifications

• Must have Nursing Diploma or ADN.
• Current RN licensure required; BSN preferred with 2+ years of experience.
• Safety-sensitive role requiring alertness and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Promote healing through patient and family education on illness management and post-care needs.
• Contribute to safety, quality, and regulatory activities while pursuing ongoing professional growth.
• Create, implement, and document care plans with clear goals and ensure effective communication across care teams.
• Evaluate patient needs holistically, considering emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors.

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Care planning

Communication

Education

Nursing Diploma or ADN

Bachelor's in Nursing preferred

Job description

This position involves providing direct patient care in a critical care setting, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within established nursing standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education, safety, quality improvement, and professional development. Candidates will develop individualized care plans, collaborate with the healthcare team, and assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.

Responsibilities include:

• Promoting a healing environment through patient and family education on illness management, medication, and post-care needs.
• Participating in safety, quality, and regulatory activities while engaging in ongoing professional growth.
• Creating, implementing, and documenting care plans with clear goals and ensuring effective communication across care teams.
• Utilizing critical nursing skills to evaluate patient needs holistically, incorporating emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• Current RN licensure; Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred with at least 2 years of experience.
• Safety-sensitive role requiring alertness and safe work practices.

This role offers opportunities for career advancement through a structured Nurse Career Ladder, promoting professional development, leadership, and increased compensation. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and additional resources to support well-being.