Registered Nurse - Cardiac ICU

Live Well Homecare; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Missouri seeks a registered nurse for a high-acuity Cardiac ICU, focusing on critically ill cardiac patients. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes patient and family education, safety, and ongoing professional development, with a nurse ladder path and comprehensive benefits. Strong critical care, teamwork, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN with Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred).
• No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred for higher roles.
• Strong critical care or cardiac experience highly desirable.
• Ability to work safely, communicate effectively, and collaborate within a team.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient and family-centered care, including education on illness management and post-discharge needs
• Develop and document individualized care plans, ensuring effective communication across care continuum
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural backgrounds
• Participate in maintaining safety, regulatory compliance, and ongoing professional growth

Skills

Critical care experience

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Patient education

Education

RN license with Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree (BSN preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in a high-acuity Cardiac ICU, specializing in critically ill cardiac patients. The nurse will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include educating patients and families, promoting a healing environment, and participating in professional development. The role requires critical nursing skills to manage complex devices and interventions, with a focus on patient-centered care.

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in a high-acuity Cardiac ICU, specializing in critically ill cardiac patients. The nurse will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include educating patients and families, promoting a healing environment, and participating in professional development. The role requires critical nursing skills to manage complex devices and interventions, with a focus on patient-centered care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed RN with a Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred)
• No prior experience required; 2+ years preferred for higher roles
• Strong critical care, step-down, or cardiac experience is highly desirable
• Ability to work safely, communicate effectively, and collaborate within a team

Key Duties

• Promote patient and family-centered care, including education on illness management and post-discharge needs
• Develop and document individualized care plans, ensuring effective communication across care continuum
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural backgrounds
• Participate in maintaining safety, regulatory compliance, and ongoing professional growth

Additional Information

The role offers benefits such as comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and career development opportunities aligned with a professional nurse ladder. This position is safety-sensitive and requires alertness and adherence to safety protocols.