Full-Time Cardiac ICU Nurse

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC in Missouri seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in a cardiac ICU, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Document individualized care plans with the healthcare team, communicate effectively across the care continuum, and promote safety and quality in every shift.

This role emphasizes compassionate, family-centered care and requires involvement in device management and advanced cardiac interventions for critically ill

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or ADN required; a BSN is preferred.
• Licensed RN with no prior experience required; two years of experience preferred.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.

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, patient-centered care.
• Promote safety initiatives and engage in ongoing professional growth activities.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing Diploma or ADN

BSN 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.