RN - Cardiovascular Stepdown - Days

Azza HealthCare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in St. Louis, MO seeks a Registered Nurse to assess, manage, and coordinate patient care during hospital stays with a patient-centered approach.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, care planning, medication administration, patient education, and teamwork to uphold safety and quality standards.

You will work within a supportive environment that values professionalism, clear communication with patients and families, and ongoing education to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in applicable states.
• BLS certification required.
• Clinical competence and knowledge of evidence-based practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to handle emergency situations; physical requirements include standing, walking, lifting, and patient transfers.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and coordinate care.
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and document care activities.
• Educate patients and families; communicate with healthcare team.
• Ensure safety, infection control, and quality standards.
• Maintain professionalism and respectful interactions; participate in performance improvement.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Clinical competence

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Evidence-based practice

Job description

Role:

The Registered Nurse assesses, manages, and coordinates patient care during hospital stays, utilizing a patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities:

Performs comprehensive assessments, develops and evaluates individualized care plans, administers medications, provides patient and family education, and documents care activities. Recognizes changes in patient condition, collaborates with healthcare team, and ensures adherence to safety, infection control, and quality standards. Offers specialized care for high-risk patients, manages pain and abuse assessments, and participates in performance improvement initiatives. Maintains professionalism, effective communication, and respectful interactions with patients, families, and colleagues. Ensures compliance with licensing, certifications, safety protocols, and hospital policies.

Qualifications & Skills:

Valid RN license in applicable states, BLS certification, clinical competence, strong communication, teamwork, adaptability, and knowledge of evidence-based practices. Ability to handle emergency situations, physical requirements include standing, walking, lifting, and patient transfers.

Key Duties:

Providing safe, high-quality, and compassionate care; documenting accurate; participating in ongoing education; maintaining a clean environment; and fostering a respectful, collaborative workplace environment.