Registered Nurse (RN/GN) - Surgical Nights

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Registered Nurse (or Graduate Nurse Resident) for a Surgical unit. The role uses the nursing process to deliver safe, patient-centered care and requires accountability for assigned patients.

You will coordinate patient care with other departments to support optimal outcomes. The position demands maintaining patient rights and confidentiality, with licensure and BLS certification as described by policy.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program (BSN, Associate's, or Diploma).
• Current RN license (and/or compact authorization) where duties are performed; must meet state board requirements.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as per policy; additional unit-specific certifications may be required.
• Physical ability to push/pull/lift up to 50 lbs regularly; standing and walking for extended periods; ability to bend, kneel, twist, and squat.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to deliver safe, patient-centered care and maintains professional accountability for assigned patients.
• Evaluates and helps ensure the effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments to support optimal outcomes.
• Upholds patient rights and maintains confidentiality of patient information.

Education

Graduated from an accredited nursing program (BSN, Associate's, or Diploma)

Job description

Registered Nurse (or Graduate Nurse Resident) - Surgical

Uses the nursing process to deliver safe, patient-centered care and maintains professional accountability for assigned patients. Evaluates and helps ensure the effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers. Coordinates patient care with other departments to support optimal outcomes. Upholds patient rights and maintains confidentiality of patient information. Performs all duties in alignment with organizational mission, values, and service standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduated from an accredited nursing program (BSN, Associate's, or Diploma).
• Licensure: Responsible for obtaining and maintaining a current RN license (and/or compact authorization) where duties are performed; must meet state board requirements.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) via American Heart Association or completion per policy; additional unit-specific certifications as required.
• Physical abilities: Ability to push/pull/lift up to 50 lbs regularly; prolonged standing and walking; ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat.