Inpatient Wound Ostomy Nurse (Full-Time, Days)

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC seeks a registered nurse to provide direct patient care with a focus on wound care in a patient-centered home health setting. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with patients and families.

The role emphasizes patient education, medication administration, safety, and regulatory compliance, with an emphasis on independent practice and strong clinical judgment.

Qualifications

• BSN is required or you must be enrolled in a BSN program.
• RN license in the state.
• 2+ years of experience is advantageous.
• WOCN/WO certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work safely and maintain alertness at all times.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural background.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and quality improvement activities.
• Educate patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.

Skills

Patient care

Wound care

Assessment

Communication

Critical thinking

Independent practice

Education

BSN

RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

This position involves providing direct patient care with a focus on wound care in a patient-centered clinical environment. Responsibilities include assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team. The role emphasizes patient and family education on managing illnesses, medication administration, and post-treatment care, while promoting safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. This position requires independent practice, strong clinical judgment, and accountability.

Qualifications & Skills:

• BSN required or currently enrolled in a BSN program
• RN license
• Experience is preferred but not mandatory; 2+ years of experience is advantageous
• WOCN/WO certification is preferred; willingness to obtain certification is necessary
• Excellent assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work safely and maintain alertness at all times

Key Duties:

• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural background
• Participate in ongoing professional development and quality improvement activities
• Educate patients and families on health management and post-discharge care

This is a safety-sensitive role with a Monday-Friday daytime schedule, emphasizing continuous learning and professional growth. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.