Stepdown Unit RN - Per Diem

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Valley Park (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Stepdown to provide direct patient care in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

You will promote patient and family-centered care, educate on illness management, and develop individualized care plans while ensuring effective communication across care teams.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety standards, cultural sensitivity, and opportunities for professional development and potential sign-on bonuses.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or ADN with RN licensure.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; <2 years' experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient and family-centered care.
• Educate on illness management and care plans.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs.
• Ensure effective communication across care teams.

Skills

Assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing diploma or ADN

RN licensure (state)

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Stepdown to provide direct patient care in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Key responsibilities include:

promoting patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, developing and implementing individualized care plans, and ensuring effective communication across care teams.

The role requires assessing physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and cultural considerations, and adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications:

Nursing diploma or associate's degree with RN licensure; preferred bachelor's degree and less than two years of experience.

Skills:

strong assessment, critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills.

The position offers opportunities for growth in critical care, participation in professional development, and eligibility for sign-on bonuses.

Benefits

• Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and community benefits.

This role is vital for delivering high-quality, safe, and compassionate patient care in a high-performing hospital recognized for clinical excellence.