Registered Nurse - Stepdown - Days

Azza HealthCare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible payment options

Tuition coverage

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Missouri seeks a registered nurse to provide direct, patient-centered care in a medical-surgical unit, following established policies and evidence-based practices.

You will assess needs, develop personalized care plans, educate patients and families, collaborate with care teams, and contribute to safe, compassionate care with cultural sensitivity.

A valid RN license and BLS certification are required, with physical stamina for standing, lifting, and long shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Valid RN license in applicable states.
• BLS certification; good communication, assessment and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in a medical-surgical unit following policies and protocols.
• Develop personalized care plans for each patient.
• Assess physical, cultural, social, and emotional factors affecting health.
• Collaborate with patients, families and healthcare teams; educate on health maintenance and comfort.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Communication

Assessment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Role Overview:

Provides direct, patient-centered nursing care in a medical-surgical setting, following established policies, procedures, and protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

Utilizes nursing standards to enhance care quality and patient outcomes; develops personalized care plans; assesses physical, cultural, social, and emotional factors affecting health; collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare teams; educates patients on health maintenance and comfort; demonstrates leadership and effective communication; applies evidence-based practices; ensures safety and may perform point-of-care testing.

Qualifications & Skills:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program; valid RN license in applicable states; BLS certification; excellent communication, assessment, and interpersonal skills; ability to work safely and adapt to diverse patient needs.

Additional Details:

Requires physical stamina for standing, walking, lifting, and other movements; flexible to perform various duties as needed; offers benefits including paid parental leave, flexible payment options, and tuition coverage. The role emphasizes compassionate, holistic, and culturally sensitive care within a collaborative environment.