Inpatient Surgical Nurse – Part Time – Night Shift

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differentials

Sign-on bonuses

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Career ladder opportunities

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency in Belleville, IL seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in an inpatient surgical setting, performing assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation while promoting patient and family-centered care.

The role emphasizes education on illness management, safety, and quality compliance; nurses collaborate on individualized care plans, document needs, and address physical, psychosocial, and cultural factors.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree; preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Licensure: RN license required.
• Experience: No prior experience necessary; 2+ years preferred for advanced roles.
• Additional skills: Critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient assessments and care planning.
• Educate patients and families on illness management and post-care needs.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities.
• Use nursing skills to evaluate and address patient needs holistically.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Professional development

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

This position involves providing direct patient care in an inpatient surgical setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. The role emphasizes promoting patient and family-centered care, educating patients on managing their conditions, and ensuring safety and quality compliance. Nurses develop and document individualized care plans collaboratively, assessing physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs while respecting patient preferences and cultural considerations. The role requires alertness and a commitment to safety as it is considered safety-sensitive.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum education: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree; preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Licensure: RN license required.
• Experience: No prior experience necessary; 2+ years preferred for advanced roles.
• Additional skills: Critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and commitment to professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive patient assessments and care planning.
• Educate patients and families on illness management and post-care needs.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities.
• Use nursing skills to evaluate and address patient needs holistically.

Benefits & Rewards:

• Competitive pay, shift differentials, and sign-on bonuses.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and more.
• Opportunities for career advancement through a structured nurse career ladder promoting professional growth and leadership.

For more details, refer to the benefits summary linked in the description.