The RN assesses patient conditions, implements clinical interventions, and develops care plans to ensure optimal outcomes in the Obstetrics Unit. They are responsible for providing compassionate care, educating patients on medications, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Missouri Board of Nursing RN license or a Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN license. A minimum of one year of RN experience is required.
professional certificateOrganizational SkillsMedication AdministrationPatient AssessmentCare Plan DevelopmentLeadershipPatient EducationQuality ImprovementPain ManagementDischarge PlanningClinical Nursing Interventions
Job description
Shift
PRN, must work 24 hours in a 6-week schedule.
Department
Obstetrics
Unit,
CRMC
Compensation:
Base
Pay
Range: $25.23/hr
Shift
Differentials: Additional $3.00/hr for weekend shift, $1.50/hr for evening shifts and $2.50/hr for night shifts
ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate and detail-oriented professional to join our patient care team as a LPN.
The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, has a keen eye for detail, and is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.
With a strong commitment to safety and quality, you'll play a vital role in ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care.
We're seeking someone who can communicate effectively, adapt to changing patient needs, and contribute to a positive patient experience.
If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that puts patients first, we encourage you to apply.
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At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives.
Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions.
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more See a comprehensive list of benefits here.
DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION Interview patients to record their medical history.
Measure and record patient vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration.
Prepare patient for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures.
Observe, chart, monitor, report changes in patient conditions including reactions to medications and treatments.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Hotel Discounts
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Options
Paid Leave
Cell Phone Plan Discounts
Rental Car Discounts
Gym Discounts
Verify that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately.
Under the direction and plan from an RN, manage patient care according to patient needs.
Provide quality care to patients and work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction.
Follow all safety, security, and infection control, policies and procedures.
Perform all tasks to ensure the safety of self, patient, and co-workers.
Maintain the standards of nursing care and departmental criteria to assure they are aligned with the MU Health Care Mission and Goals.
Participate in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups.
Perform patient care duties and procedures following department policy, established protocol and standard of care, or directed by primary RN or Charge Nurse.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Missouri Board of Nursing LPN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state LPN.
When primary state of residency changes, compact state LPNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
LPN IV Therapy board certification.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation.
The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job.
This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs.
This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses.
This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.
