Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department - Per Hour

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care in Missouri is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse specialized in the Emergency Department to provide direct patient care, assessments, and urgent treatment in a fast-paced environment.

You will work 12-hour night shifts, collaborate with the healthcare team to develop care plans, and support patients and families during urgent medical situations. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Required: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree and RN license.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and less than 2 years of experience.
• ER or EMT experience is advantageous.
• Strong critical nursing skills, ability to work collaboratively, and maintain alertness in safety-sensitive roles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care, including education on illness management and post-treatment needs.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.
• Participate in promoting patient safety, quality improvements, and regulatory compliance.
• Support patients and families during urgent medical situations, ensuring effective communication and comfort.

Job description

Role: A Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in the Emergency Department, responsible for providing direct patient care, assessments, and treatment in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care, including education on illness management and post-treatment needs.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient values and cultural considerations.
• Participate in promoting patient safety, quality improvements, and regulatory compliance.
• Support patients and families during urgent medical situations, ensuring effective communication and comfort.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree and RN license.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and less than 2 years of experience.
• Experience in ER or EMT settings is advantageous.
• Strong critical nursing skills, ability to work collaboratively, and maintain alertness in safety-sensitive roles.

Additional Details

• Work involves 12-hour night shifts, including weekends.
• Opportunities for professional growth through a career ladder that promotes development, leadership, and pay increases.
• Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

This role offers an opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality emergency care, supporting professional advancement, and fostering a collaborative environment.