Full-Time Cardiac ICU Nurse

Live Well Homecare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in St. Louis, MO is seeking an RN to deliver comprehensive nursing care in a cardiac intensive care unit, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

The role emphasizes patient- and family-centered care, safety, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree; a Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• Licensed RN with no prior experience required; two years of experience preferred.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Experience in critical care, step-down, or cardiac units is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to critically ill cardiac patients, including device management and advanced interventions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care.
• Promote safety initiatives and engage in professional growth activities.
• Ensure effective communication across the care continuum.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a cardiac intensive care unit, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management and post-treatment needs. Participates in activities that ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, while engaging in ongoing professional development.

• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families.


• Uses critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences and barriers to involvement.


• Ensures effective communication across the care continuum.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree; a Bachelor's Degree is preferred.


• Licensed RN with no prior experience required; two years of experience preferred.


• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.


• Experience in critical care, step-down, or cardiac units is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive nursing care to critically ill cardiac patients, including device management and advanced interventions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care. Promote safety initiatives and engage in professional growth activities.