Registered Nurse – Rapid Response

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC in Missouri is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Medical Surgical Float Pool to provide comprehensive nursing care across multiple units. You will perform assessments, develop care plans, administer medications, and coordinate referrals.

The role emphasizes safety, discharge planning, patient education, and collaboration with families and the care team to ensure high-quality, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in applicable states with BLS certification.
• Preferred 2 years of critical care experience.
• Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and maintain professional standards.
• Physical ability to perform patient transfers and prolonged standing.
• Commitment to safety, infection control, and high-quality patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments, documenting findings, and reassessing throughout hospitalization.
• Developing and evaluating individualized care plans incorporating evidence-based practices.
• Administering medications, managing IV fluids, and coordinating referrals and consultations.
• Ensuring patient safety with restraint and fall prevention, and managing pain and abuse assessments.
• Communicating effectively with patients, families, and team members, and providing education and discharge planning.
• Documenting care accurately, recognizing changes in patient condition, and implementing appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrating accountability, adhering to safety protocols, infection control, and professionalism.
• Participating in performance improvement, evidence-based practice, and collaborative team efforts.
• Providing age-appropriate care and ensuring service excellence in a respectful, compassionate manner.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Critical care experience

Assessment skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Mobility/physical stamina

Safety culture

Infection control

Job description

Role Overview

• The Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Surgical Float Pool, provides comprehensive nursing care across various Medical Surgical units.

Responsibilities

• Performing patient assessments, documenting findings, and reassessing throughout hospitalization.
• Developing and evaluating individualized care plans incorporating evidence-based practices.
• Administering medications, managing IV fluids, and coordinating referrals and consultations.
• Ensuring patient safety with restraint and fall prevention, and managing pain and abuse assessments.
• Communicating effectively with patients, families, and team members, and providing education and discharge planning.
• Documenting care accurately, recognizing changes in patient condition, and implementing appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrating accountability, adhering to safety protocols, infection control, and professionalism.
• Participating in performance improvement, evidence-based practice, and collaborative team efforts.
• Providing age-appropriate care and ensuring service excellence in a respectful, compassionate manner.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid RN license in applicable states with BLS certification.
• Preferred 2 years of critical care experience.
• Strong assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and maintain professional standards.
• Physical ability to perform patient transfers and prolonged standing.
• Commitment to safety, infection control, and high-quality patient-centered care.