Part Time - Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse

Azza HealthCare Agency; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K with match

Tuition Assistance

Sign-on bonus up to $3750

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Missouri is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care across assessment, planning, and evaluation within nursing standards. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and document care while prioritizing safety and quality.

Qualifications include a Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred), valid RN license, and strong assessment, communication, and

Qualifications

• RN license required
• Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree; Bachelor's preferred
• No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred
• Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work in a safe, alert manner

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care with a focus on safety and quality
• Educate patients and families on illness management and medication
• Participate in professional development and quality initiatives
• Develop and communicate individualized care plans

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

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, educating them on managing illnesses, medication administration, and post-treatment needs. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and document individualized care plans, ensuring effective communication across the continuum of care. Uses critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences, cultural, spiritual, and population-specific factors. Ensures safety for patients and staff, adhering to safety protocols in a safety-sensitive position.

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating them on managing illnesses, medication administration, and post-treatment needs. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and document individualized care plans, ensuring effective communication across the continuum of care. Uses critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences, cultural, spiritual, and population-specific factors. Ensures safety for patients and staff, adhering to safety protocols in a safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree; Bachelor's preferred
• Licenses: Valid RN license
• Experience: No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred
• Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work in a safe, alert manner

Key Duties

• Deliver patient-centered care with a focus on safety and quality
• Educate patients and families on illness management and medication
• Participate in professional development and quality initiatives
• Develop and communicate individualized care plans

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, Tuition Assistance, sign-on bonus up to $3750, and more. This role offers opportunities for career advancement through a structured nurse career ladder that promotes professional growth, leadership, and increased compensation.