Clinical Nurse - Transitional Care Unit
Live Well Homecare · St Louis, MO · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation according to nursing standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members such as physicians, therapists, case managers, and pharmacists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and families on managing illnesses, post‑treatment care, and medication administration.
- Develop, implement, and document individualized care plans, communicating effectively across care teams.
- Promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, participating in ongoing professional development.
- Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient values, cultural, spiritual, and demographic factors.
Qualifications
- Minimum: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree, active RN license; no previous experience required.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and at least 2 years of nursing experience.
- Strong critical thinking, assessment, and clinical decision‑making skills.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining safety and quality.
Professional Growth
The role offers opportunities for professional growth, exposure to diverse patient populations, and serves as a stepping stone for specialization, especially in emergency care. The position emphasizes teamwork, patient‑centered care, and developing clinical expertise.