Progressive Care Unit - Clinical Nurse

Vetted Solutions; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Vetted Solutions in Missouri is seeking an RN for a progressive care unit focused on cardiac and pulmonary patients. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care, with emphasis on patient and family education and medication administration.

The position emphasizes safety, quality compliance, and collaborative practice with RNs, PCAs, and clerical staff, in a unit that includes respiratory care and cardiac monitoring.

Qualifications

• Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Licensure: Active RN license.
• Experience: No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred.
• Skills: Critical nursing skills, communication, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develops and documents individualized care plans with input from patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Assesses physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs and patient preferences.
• Participates in safety and regulatory activities, fostering a healing environment.

Skills

Critical nursing skills

Strong communication

Teamwork abilities

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree in Nursing (Bachelor's preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a progressive care unit focusing on cardiac and pulmonary patients. Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care within established standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post‑treatment needs, and medication administration. Ensures patient safety and quality compliance while participating in professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and documents individualized care plans with collaborative input from patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Assesses physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs, addressing patient preferences and barriers to involvement.
• Participates in safety and regulatory activities, fostering a healing environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree in Nursing (Bachelor's preferred).
• Licensure: Active RN license.
• Experience: No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred.
• Skills: Critical nursing skills, strong communication, and teamwork abilities.

Additional Details

This safety-sensitive role demands alertness and safe work practices. The unit includes specialized areas like a respiratory care unit and cardiac monitoring, staffed by RNs, PCAs, and clerical staff. Attractive benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and more.