Neuro Step Down RN (Full-Time)

Azza HealthCare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in St. Louis, MO is seeking a full-time registered nurse to provide direct patient care in a neurological unit, with emphasis on assessment and care planning.

You will collaborate with the healthcare team to evaluate patient needs, educate patients and families, and ensure safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Valid RN license required.
• No prior experience required; two years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote a healing environment by educating patients and families on managing illnesses, medications, and post-treatment care.
• Participate in activities supporting patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans collaboratively with the healthcare team and patients.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and cultural needs, considering patient preferences and barriers to involvement.
• Use critical nursing skills to evaluate patient conditions and ensure effective communication across care continuum.

Skills

Patient care

Care planning

Team communication

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Role Overview

This is a full-time nursing position focused on providing direct patient care in a neurological unit. The role involves assessment, diagnosis, care planning, and evaluation within established standards, emphasizing patient and family-centered care, education, and safety.

Role Overview

This is a full‑time nursing position focused on providing direct patient care in a neurological unit. The role involves assessment, diagnosis, care planning, and evaluation within established standards, emphasizing patient and family-centered care, education, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a healing environment by educating patients and families on managing illnesses, medications, and post-treatment care.
• Participate in activities supporting patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans collaboratively with the healthcare team and patients.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and cultural needs, considering patient preferences and barriers to involvement.
• Use critical nursing skills to evaluate patient conditions and ensure effective communication across care continuum.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid RN license required.
• Experience: No prior experience necessary; two years of experience preferred.

Additional Information

This position is safety-sensitive, requiring alertness and safe work practices. The organization offers comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and additional resources to support well‑being.