Full-Time Neurology Nurse

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

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a nursing professional to provide direct patient care in a rehabilitation setting. The role involves assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards to educate patients and families on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration.

The position emphasizes collaboration with an interprofessional team to ensure patient safety and high-quality care, with opportunities for ongoing professional development in

Qualifications

• RN licensure is required (or current in-process).
• Strong communication, assessment and critical thinking skills are essential.
• Experience not required, 2 years preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Develops and documents individualized care plans with clear goals in collaboration with patients and families.
• Assesses physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs respecting patient preferences and cultural values.
• Participates in safety, quality, and regulatory activities while pursuing ongoing professional development.

Skills

RN licensure

Strong communication

Assessment

Critical thinking

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Role Overview:

Provides direct patient care activities, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care by educating on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops, implements, and documents individualized care plans with clear goals, collaborating with the interprofessional team, patients, and families.
• Uses critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and cultural values.
• Participates in activities that ensure patient safety, quality care, and regulatory compliance, while engaging in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree in Nursing; RN licensure required.
• No prior experience required; minimum of 2 years’ experience preferred for advanced roles.
• Strong communication, assessment, and critical thinking skills.

Additional Information:

This safety-sensitive position demands alertness and safe work practices. The role involves working in a rehabilitation unit caring for adult to geriatric patients with diverse diagnoses such as strokes, orthopedic issues, neurological disorders, and trauma.