Surgical Progressive Care Unit RN - Hourly

The VIOS Clinic; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The VIOS Clinic in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) to provide specialized care to high-acuity surgical patients, including post-operative and trauma cases.

The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care, educate patients and families, collaborate with the healthcare team, and uphold safety and quality standards in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. Strong clinical assessment, communication, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required.
• Education matches listed minimums; bachelor's preferred.
• New graduates welcome; experienced RNs encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans with care team, patients, and families.
• Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, post-treatment care, and medications.
• Participate in ensuring patient safety, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Use critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences and barriers.
• Maintain clear communication across the continuum of care and support a healing environment.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate Degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Position Overview: The RN for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) provides specialized nursing care to high-acuity surgical patients, including post-operative and trauma cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, post-treatment care, and medication administration.
• Participate in ensuring patient safety, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Use critical nursing skills to evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences and barriers.
• Maintain clear communication across the continuum of care and support a healing environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Licensure: Valid RN license.
• Experience: New graduates and experienced RNs welcome; less than 2 years of experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and teamwork skills.

Additional Details: The role offers opportunities to develop advanced clinical skills, with a supportive team led by experienced leaders. The unit manages complex surgical patients, including transplant, hepatobiliary, ENT, plastic, orthopedic, trauma, and vascular cases. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and professional growth in a high-engagement environment.