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Registered Nurse/lpn in St. Louis, MO

PRN, Permanent
4 days ago

Job Description

Overview We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. This vital role involves providing exceptional patient care across a variety of clinical settings, including acute care, long-term care, outpatient clinics, and community health environments. The ideal candidate will be passionate about improving patient outcomes, possess a broad skill set, and thrive in fast-paced, diverse medical environments. Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while advancing your nursing career in a supportive and innovative organization. Responsibilities • Deliver comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and medical history documentation using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Epic or Cerner. • Administer medications and injections accurately while adhering to aseptic techniques and HIPAA regulations to ensure patient safety and confidentiality. • Assist with diagnostic procedures such as catheterization, suturing, venipuncture, phlebotomy, and specimen collection/processing. • Manage airway support with ventilator care and provide acute pain management for patients in emergency room, ICU, or trauma settings. • Support patients with complex needs including dialysis, hospice & palliative medicine, Alzheimer’s care, dementia care, and behavioral health. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for discharge planning, case management, and long-term care coordination across settings like assisted living facilities or nursing homes. • Maintain accurate medical documentation of patient care activities while ensuring compliance with medical terminology standards and ICD coding practices (ICD-9/10). Qualifications • Valid RN or LPN license in good standing; additional certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred. • Proven experience in diverse clinical environments including hospital medicine, emergency medicine, outpatient clinics, or home care. • Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks for documentation and patient management. • Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pharmacology, infection control protocols, and medical terminology. • Experience with specialized procedures like IV infusion/insertion, tube feeding management, ostomy care, gastrostomy tube management or spinal tap procedures is highly desirable. • Ability to work effectively with people of all ages—including pediatrics and geriatrics—and those with disabilities or developmental challenges. • Critical care experience including trauma center or Level I/II trauma center background is advantageous. Join our team to deliver compassionate patient-centered care while advancing your skills across multiple specialties! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities in areas like trauma medicine, infectious disease care, occupational health, and more—empowering you to excel at every stage of your nursing journey. Job Types: Contract, Permanent Pay: $39.06 - $47.04 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off Work Location: In person
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Job Details

Medical Speciality

Emergency medicineCritical & Intensive CareHospice & Palliative MedicineHome HealthGeriatricsPediatricsTrauma Medicine

Employment Type

PRNPermanent

Required License

RN (Registered Nurse)

Work Setting

Acute careOutpatientERICULong term careCommunity health centerNursing homeAssisted living facility

About SSM Health

Select Medical is a leading provider of specialized hospital and rehabilitative care in the United States, aiming to deliver an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery. With a commitment to compassionate care, Select Medical operates critical illness recovery hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient rehabilitation centers, and occupational health centers, with over 50,000 colleagues dedicated to caring for more than 82,000 patients daily. Headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, Select Medical, along with its parent company Select Medical Holdings Corporation, sets the standard for excellence in the industry. Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers, Select Medical provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Their dedication to specialized care and commitment to their patients' well-being are at the core of their mission.