Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care - Per Diem

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA) seeks a registered nurse to provide direct patient care in an acute care setting, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs. You will promote patient- and family-centered care and collaborate with the healthcare team.

The role emphasizes safety and adherence to standards of care in a high-acuity environment, with opportunities for professional development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred).
• No prior experience required; less than 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care as an RN in an acute care setting.
• Promote patient and family-centered care and educate on illness management and post-treatment needs.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities and engage in professional development.
• Develop and document individualized care plans with the healthcare team and patients/families.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs while respecting patient preferences and barriers to involvement.

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred)

RN license

Job description

Role:

Provides direct patient care as an RN in an acute care setting, focusing on assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs.

Responsibilities Include

• Promoting patient and family-centered care, including education on illness management and post-treatment needs.
• Participating in safety, quality, and regulatory activities, and engaging in professional development.
• Developing and documenting individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team and patients/families.
• Assessing physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and barriers to involvement.
• Maintaining safety and alertness as this is a safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (Bachelor's preferred).
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid RN license.
• Experience: No prior experience required; less than 2 years preferred.

Key Duties:

Deliver comprehensive nursing care, educate patients and families, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and adhere to standards of care in a high-acuity environment supported by advanced training and team resources.